The glow plug controller went bad and burned up 5 out of 8 plugs. But it smoked like this before that happened. Replaced all the plugs and checked the wiring. I use a push button switch to fire the plugs. If I run the plugs while it's running it definitely helps but still smokes more then it did...
How long do you hold the glow plugs? It's a very excessive amount of thick smoke that lingers. Takes about 10mins or more of idling before it goes away. I work for a well drilling company and we have lots of old and new diesel's. None come close to smoking like this
Thanks everyone for replying. I'll check compression to rule that out. Ive called around and can't find anyone with a meter to check timing. Everyone said they do it by ear.. Anyone know someone around statesville NC that has a meter? I'll start saving for injectors and pump. What's a good brand...
Hello everyone, I have been trying to figure out my truck's blueish/white smoking problem on start up. Smoke rolls out 2 Houses down lol. It is a 94 f350 with a 7.3 idi factory turbo. It's had this problem for a while. Starts right up when its cold has new beru glow plugs. Fast idle works and...
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