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Subject: Re: restoration Author: L.R. Longcrier [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ] Date Posted: 10/ 13/ 02, 11:21am In reply to: jack zeth 's message, "restoration" on 10/ 12/ 02, 5:00pm The first thing I would do is to contact the local Detroit Engine supplier/dealer, and get as much info from them as possible, and then take it in to them and have an engine diagnostics run on it. Blue Bird may have some info on your Coach,Call them and ask for the service department. Have your VIN # available when calling. I find them most helpful. Next get the Manufactuers name and model numbers for all of your appliances and contact them for litrature on the various items that might need repair. You might look in the archives of this colum for repaires that have been made by other owners, I find this site to be very informative on almost anything that I have had problems with. LeRoy R. Longcrier VB#1191 [ Next Thread | Previous Thread | Next Message | Previous Message ]

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[> Subject: Re: restoration Author: Jeff Miller [ Edit | View ] Date Posted: 10/ 13/ 02, 8:15pm Before starting the engine drain the condensation from the fuel tank, there should be a drain on the bottom.Then I would replace the fuel filters and prime. Next would be replacing the oil and filters (pre-fill the filter), and then check the air intake for nests or holes, and replace the air filter if necessary. After that I would try starting. Let it crank for a little while before trying anything drastic so that oil can begin to circulate. Good batteries are necessary as a diesel will not start well at low RPMs cranking, and be sure you don't crank too long as you will overheat your starter. If it doesn't hit after a little cranking, you can try a little WD-40 as a starting fluid. You might or might not have an ether starting aid, but I recommend against using ether as it can stretch head bolts and also it washes the lubrication off of cylinder walls which can cause scoring. Once you get it to run, keep an eye on your oil pressure, and on your fuel filters. You might have to dispose of the fuel if you have a severe algae problem, algae grows in diesel fuel tanks in the condesation on the walls above the fuel, and you will probably see it in the filler neck if it has a severe case. The fuel itself should be good. Before running it on the road, it is a good idea to replace all of the engine coolant, bad coolant can kill a wet-sleeve diesel. You will want to run a good coolant, with distilled water, and NO MORE THAN 60% Coolant in your water. Good luck. For information on any of the systems in the coach, there are plenty of us out here with manuals and knowledge. If you don't have any luck at this site, hop over to www.wanderlodge.org and we can help you there. - Jeff [ Post a Reply to This Message ]