I ran the engine today for the first time since the test start I did immediately after the rebuild. Started right up and I let it run about 15-20 minutes. Out of curiosity, I decided to try out the hand crank since the engine was well warmed up. Started up pretty quickly, but I think it's only because it was warm. I'd hate to see how it would go if the engine was cold.
It's quite a work out trying to start it manually. I had to take breaks between attempts.
After several failed attempts, I was able to start it a second time, and more attempts after. Like I said, it's a work out. Heart beat pretty hard while cranking this engine.
But, I got it working. I was able to get the third start on camera.
Thanks Bill, Diesel engines like this seem to be fairly simple little beasts. At least, I can say that after having done all that work. Being new to it, it can be a little intimidating since the moving parts are considerably bigger. I didn't have much interest in engines before but I am interested in this little diesel.
Dan, you've done well with that thing! I'm standing by for my delivery and look forward to the journey into the diesel world.
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ReplyDeleteDiesel engines like this seem to be fairly simple little beasts. At least, I can say that after having done all that work. Being new to it, it can be a little intimidating since the moving parts are considerably bigger. I didn't have much interest in engines before but I am interested in this little diesel.