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by jos_mclean
Fri Nov 09, 2018 8:03 pm
Forum: L400 Technical
Topic: Block Heater/Lower Rad heater Installation
Replies: 2
Views: 2542

Block Heater/Lower Rad heater Installation

I looked at doing the same, block heater was going to be to much work so I put in the lower rad hose heater. Has worked great for me easy starts down to -25
by jos_mclean
Mon Jul 16, 2018 8:13 pm
Forum: WVO and Biodiesel
Topic: canola oil
Replies: 2
Views: 6188

canola oil

just noticed canola oil at costco is now cheaper than diesel. anyone running svo in a stock delica l400. was thinking of trying it during the summer when its hot. was thinking of running it up to 50% max
by jos_mclean
Sun Oct 01, 2017 9:01 pm
Forum: L400 Technical
Topic: Do you use napa oil filter? If so which one?
Replies: 6
Views: 5770

Do you use napa oil filter? If so which one?

anyone find any options at lord or napa?
by jos_mclean
Tue Sep 12, 2017 7:40 pm
Forum: L400 Technical
Topic: L400 Glow Plugs
Replies: 5
Views: 4555

L400 Glow Plugs

try coombs on the island. think his are ngk's, got a set and they work great
by jos_mclean
Mon Jun 26, 2017 12:46 pm
Forum: Delica Modifications
Topic: Replacement O/D Switch
Replies: 3
Views: 5541

Replacement O/D Switch

id be interested in the OD switch, any idea how hard it is to replace?
by jos_mclean
Sat Apr 08, 2017 7:56 pm
Forum: L400 Technical
Topic: pop-off valve problem. where to source (1994) L400 turbo or wastegate
Replies: 10
Views: 5537

pop-off valve problem. where to source (1994) L400 turbo or wastegate

it is pretty common for the actuator arm of the turbo watergate to stick, and cause the relief valve to open. try sprain lube(wd40) down the arm where it meets the turbo. should free it up and solve your problem
by jos_mclean
Wed Oct 12, 2016 4:41 pm
Forum: L400 Technical
Topic: cold start white smoke rough idle
Replies: 10
Views: 6409

Re: cold start white smoke rough idle

well i installed a coolant heater in the lower rad hose, and plugged it in with a timer. Has improved starting tremendously very little smoke and much smother. still think that something is not right, thinking maybe the injectors, but at least it is starting better
by jos_mclean
Sat Sep 24, 2016 5:04 pm
Forum: L400 Technical
Topic: cold start white smoke rough idle
Replies: 10
Views: 6409

Re: cold start white smoke rough idle

Thanks for the reply Growler, that was my first thought as well but I used my voltmeter to test how long the plugs have power and it seems to last about 3 minutes which is standard from what I have read on here. also tried it with the sensor disconnected, which should simulate a cold start and allow...
by jos_mclean
Sat Sep 24, 2016 11:22 am
Forum: L400 Technical
Topic: cold start white smoke rough idle
Replies: 10
Views: 6409

cold start white smoke rough idle

Hi everyone, done a lot of searching cant seem to find an answer, hope you can help me out. 1995 delica swb 2.8td. Now that it getting cold I am having an issue with white smoke and a rough idle. Van starts fin but once the glow cycle stops the idle gets very rough and starts blowing a large cloud o...
by jos_mclean
Mon Sep 05, 2016 1:40 pm
Forum: Delica Parts for Sale (Non-Commercial)
Topic: L400 rear interior panels and more
Replies: 2
Views: 2962

Re: L400 rear interior panels and more

selling wheels and tires?
by jos_mclean
Wed Jul 20, 2016 9:57 am
Forum: L400 Technical
Topic: ac issues
Replies: 12
Views: 6635

Re: ac issues

Update. turned out to be the compressor which completely blew its bearing and became obvious this spring. priced out to fix it but ended up just selling the van and upgrading to a super exceed for the same price. problem solved
by jos_mclean
Sun May 01, 2016 11:08 am
Forum: L400 Technical
Topic: ac issues
Replies: 12
Views: 6635

Re: ac issues

thanks for the offer larry. found out my dad has one so will give it a try and let everyone know how it goes.
by jos_mclean
Thu Apr 28, 2016 7:54 pm
Forum: L400 Technical
Topic: ac issues
Replies: 12
Views: 6635

Re: ac issues

will try the princess auto kit and add some refrigerant, haven't used one before id imagine they are pretty straight forward. any problems if you over charge it?
by jos_mclean
Tue Apr 26, 2016 8:18 am
Forum: L400 Technical
Topic: ac issues
Replies: 12
Views: 6635

Re: ac issues

shop did not have the factory specs, so must have based their assumptions on past experience from other vehicles
by jos_mclean
Sat Apr 23, 2016 3:02 pm
Forum: L400 Technical
Topic: ac issues
Replies: 12
Views: 6635

Re: ac issues

it does seem to get colder when parked and running at higher rpm. AC shop didn't notice any issues with coolant level.

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