Oil consumption
#11
12-09-2007, 07:36 AM
if replacing one injector it is wise to replace all along with the o-rings & a overhead will have to be done. price will be apprx $2300-$2500 total.
#12
12-09-2007, 07:38 AM
In the absence of any driveability/performance issues and any obvious physical injector failures, I'd simply replace the o-rings and do the overhead.
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1999 FL Classic, N14+ 525 hp, RTLO16-9-13A 1997 Van's Aircraft RV-6, IO-360
#13
12-09-2007, 07:57 AM
what is the mileage ? if it is high & injectors are original, then you may want to replace if not you may want to just replace -o- rings..
#14
12-09-2007, 08:17 AM
The engine is a 2001 and only has 150,000 miles on it. I have owned the truck since 2003. It had 70,000 miles on it when i bought it. I have never touched the injectors. It has used oil like this1 gallon every 600 miles) since i have had it. I really do not have anything to compare it to but to me, the power level IS NOT where i think it should be.
Should i have this work accomplished by a shop or can i do this myself? Hate to sound dumb abt. this but, i am. What does the term overhead mean?
#15
12-09-2007, 09:03 AM
Originally Posted by Ronm
So, what is the diagnosis from the photos?
:lol: Yea, i poured them back into the tank. That would be nasty. :lol: What would the reccomended repair be? Is this something that i could do myself. I know they are not the same but, i do all the work on our race cars. the next step is to pull all 6 injectors and re o-ring them ... if you're familiar with HEUI engines, you could do it yourself
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#17
12-09-2007, 11:48 AM
Originally Posted by heavyhaulerss
check your tanks for 'black fuel'
_________________ what would this indicate ? thank you.. An o-ring(s) on the fuel injector body separates the fuel supply system from the high pressure oil system. Because the oil system is at a much higher pressure , if the o-ring leaks ; oil in the fuel.
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Bob H
#18
12-09-2007, 03:12 PM
Its not a diffifult job but if you aren't comfortable getting into it, don't even start. Just make sure you don't let some bozo talk you in to replacing the injectors over this.
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1999 FL Classic, N14+ 525 hp, RTLO16-9-13A 1997 Van's Aircraft RV-6, IO-360
#19
12-10-2007, 01:26 AM
I know the injectors are preasure tested to see if they are in spec. Is there anyway to do just a visual or "at home" bench test to see if the injectors are sat? How often do injectors go bad and what is usually the cause?
I appreciate all the info you guys have provided me. I am sure it has been said many times over but "i sure wish i had found this site sooner"
#20
12-10-2007, 08:29 AM
Originally Posted by Ronm
Well, guess what guys. I could not see inside the tank so i drew a sample. These bottles hold abt. 10 ozs. The one on the right obviouslly came from the tank. The one on the left is fuel i purchased in a can and brought home. So, i am guessing that i have an injector problem. I just filled the tanks abt. 90 miles before taking this sample. I had a quarter of a tank when i filled. Would it be the seals/o-rings around the injectors? Also, would this cause any power loss? Hope you guys do not mind all the questions.
 How do you add the pic to your post ??
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