In UT the opacity limit (Visible particulate matter, black smoke) for Diesels is 20%
I have the safety/IM test slips for the Truck all the way back to 1997. They indicate that the Truck has NEVER blown past 6.9% This was last year as the pump and injectors were begining to fail.
January of this year I outfitted the Ford with a Moose pump and matched BB's and a new return line kit.
Today the Ford smoked out the testing facility at a staggering 33% and 34% opacity level.
I was sickened and embarassed. I was told to re-test at a latter time. That time was an hour later.
I removed the air filter (NAPA gold with Foam pre-filter) and adjusted the wastegate for 15psi. The air filter was showing signs of wear/dirt but was still measuring GREEN on the differential pressure indicator.
Once I removed the airfilter and adjusted the wastegate I barely squeaked by at 19.8%. Yup 19.8 with 20% being the limit.The tester was a **** and snidely stated; "unplugged your chip huh?"
I have not had the Truck timed with a meter but would it be THAT drastic of a difference?
I was running #1 Chevron Diesel with a heavy dose of Diesel Kleen (50oz) in hopes of boosting cetane to help with emissions.
I have many questions to prevent this from occuring next year.
Can I turn down the Moose pump? I've read this affects the internal timing curve of the custom pump.
I do not see a need to purchase a Smoke Puff limiter until all mechanical aspects have been addressed.
I am very curious about timing.
Also, after installing the new Moose and BB's, the Truck began to run rough after it's first 800mi trip towing 10k. I attributed this to the BB's seating and advanced the timing a bit to smooth it out. It has also begun to have minor symptoms of heat soak/hot starting issues.
Mel, I was going to PM you but hoped this would be valuable info for all.
FTR: I knew what I was getting when I ordered the Moose pump: great service and a nicely built pump able to move some fuel. I have no regrets and cannot say enough about Mel's customer service. This is the first negative I have encountered.
I have the safety/IM test slips for the Truck all the way back to 1997. They indicate that the Truck has NEVER blown past 6.9% This was last year as the pump and injectors were begining to fail.
January of this year I outfitted the Ford with a Moose pump and matched BB's and a new return line kit.
Today the Ford smoked out the testing facility at a staggering 33% and 34% opacity level.
I was sickened and embarassed. I was told to re-test at a latter time. That time was an hour later.
I removed the air filter (NAPA gold with Foam pre-filter) and adjusted the wastegate for 15psi. The air filter was showing signs of wear/dirt but was still measuring GREEN on the differential pressure indicator.
Once I removed the airfilter and adjusted the wastegate I barely squeaked by at 19.8%. Yup 19.8 with 20% being the limit.The tester was a **** and snidely stated; "unplugged your chip huh?"
I have not had the Truck timed with a meter but would it be THAT drastic of a difference?
I was running #1 Chevron Diesel with a heavy dose of Diesel Kleen (50oz) in hopes of boosting cetane to help with emissions.
I have many questions to prevent this from occuring next year.
Can I turn down the Moose pump? I've read this affects the internal timing curve of the custom pump.
I do not see a need to purchase a Smoke Puff limiter until all mechanical aspects have been addressed.
I am very curious about timing.
Also, after installing the new Moose and BB's, the Truck began to run rough after it's first 800mi trip towing 10k. I attributed this to the BB's seating and advanced the timing a bit to smooth it out. It has also begun to have minor symptoms of heat soak/hot starting issues.
Mel, I was going to PM you but hoped this would be valuable info for all.
FTR: I knew what I was getting when I ordered the Moose pump: great service and a nicely built pump able to move some fuel. I have no regrets and cannot say enough about Mel's customer service. This is the first negative I have encountered.
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