Category: Detroit Diesel maintenance

7 Reasons White Smoke Is Coming Out Of Your Detroit Diesel engine

June 1, 2023

Is white smoke coming out of your Detroit Diesel engine? If so the reasons below may be why: Broken Piston Ring Incorrectly Installed Ringset Defective Injector Fuel Quality Or Grade Long Idle Periods Broken Or Bent Push Rod Injector Or Governor Improperly Adjusted https://youtu.be/QdIyc3BGrDw
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5 Reasons Your Detroit Diesel Engine Has Black Smoke

June 1, 2023

Does your Detroit Diesel engine have black smoke coming out of it? If so check out the culprits below: Defective injector Contaminated fuel Broken or worn cylinder parts Engine overloaded Faulty intercooler or aftercooler (for turbo engines only) [embed]https://youtu.be/VIWZ3-ilmsE[/embed]
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5 Reasons Your Detroit Diesel May Have Low Oil Pressure

June 1, 2023

Noticing that you have low oil pressure on your Detroit Diesel engine? The list of reasons below may be why: Water in engine oil pan Fuel in engine oil pan Defective oil cooler Engine overloaded Crankcase overfilled   [embed]https://youtu.be/eaCmYz9KM_E[/embed]
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7 Reasons Why Your Detroit Diesel Engine Won’t Start

June 1, 2023

We know it can be frustrating when your Detroit Diesel engine just won't start. We hope that this article gives you some insight into why so that you can get it back up and running in no time.  Below are 7 reasons why this may be happening. Lack Of Air Intake Or Restricted Air Intake Broken Blower Shaft Worn Out Blower Shaft Defective Fuel Pump Defective Starter Discharged Battery High exhaust back pressure   [embed]https://youtu.be/XEXYDvORsS4[/embed]
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After Market Parts For Detroit Diesel Marine Engines

Aftermarket Parts For Detroit Diesel Engines

February 6, 2023

Detroit Diesel Aftermarket Parts: A Closer Look   The Detroit Diesel brand has been a leader in the heavy-duty diesel engine industry for over 80 years. Founded in 1938, the Detroit Diesel Corporation has supplied engines to the transportation and power generation markets, earning a reputation for quality and reliability. Detroit Diesel engines are used in a variety of applications, ranging from luxury cruise yachts to industrial construction equipment. Nowadays there is a market for both aftermarket and OEM parts.Diesel Pro Power offers aftermarket parts for Detroit Diesel with a range of products to suit a wide range of on…
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Detroit Diesel 353, 453, 6V53, 8V53 Engine Tune Up

June 28, 2022

Detroit Diesel 53 Series Engine Tune Up Procedures There is no scheduled interval for performing an engine tune-up. As long as the engine performance is satisfactory, no tune-up should be needed. Minor adjustments in the valve and injector operating mechanism governor, etc should only be required periodically to compensate for normal wear and tear on parts.  The type of governor used depends upon the engine application. Since each governor has different characteristics the tune-up procedures vary accordingly. The following types of governors are used.   Limiting Speed Mechanical  Variable Speed Mechanical   The mechanical governors are identified by a name…
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