Recent Content by qwk2sell

Howard & hsmith... I did it both ways... I tried hooking at the starter / battery power wire and the solenoid (with disconnected fuel shut off harness)... it engages the solenoid, but the starter motor does not turn over. I'm thinking that a relay needs to energize the field coils on the...

Can someone give me guidance on how to hook up a hand remote (2 wire type w/ trigger button) to bump the engine over for valve adjustment? I tried attaching directly to the solenoid, but it will not cause the starter to turn over. Any thoughts?

Many Thanks to Nick & Joe G... I had read of a line "snubber" in past posts, but wasn't sure what it was or how it is used. I'll put one together and report back my findings. Thanks again! Geoffrey Greene

Hi to all! I’m a new member to TDR... I’ve been trying to solve a low power problem. I’ve read many, many past posts regarding low or fluctuating fuel pressure on the 12-valve diesels. I checked my pressure at the fuel filter inlet using a banjo fitting & pressure gauge. My pressure varies from...