Out of storage

[BoeingDiesel]

My '99 has been in my shop on blocks since June of last year and the last time started was around mid December. Is there anything I should pay attention to before reinstalling the batteries and starting it? The oil was changed about a thousand before I stored it and fuel filters have less than two thousand on them. Any thoughts or recommendations are greatly appreciated.

 

[DavidC]

Check all fluids/condition. Install batts. turn key

 

[GrantP]

Sounds like it's ready to go to me. Fire it up.

 

[DavidC]

One thing you may do is bump the starter and make sure the lift pump runs. When mine is parked for extended times it is a habit for me now. It's a real bummer when it starts and dies because of some problem lift pump wise.

 

[BoeingDiesel]

One thing you may do is bump the starter and make sure the lift pump runs. When mine is parked for extended times it is a habit for me now. It's a real bummer when it starts and dies because of some problem lift pump wise.

Thanks Grant...David, I probably wouldn't have even thought of that...gracias!

 

[GrantP]

Well, are you up and running?

 

[AH64ID]

Is there a way to disable the VP so you can crank and not fire to build oil pressure?

I know this is possible on some mechanical pumps, and on CR’s I just disconnect the injectors.

Probably not an issue at only 9 months, but it can’t hurt.

 

[BoeingDiesel]

Well, are you up and running?

Not yet but most likely this coming weekend.

 

[BoeingDiesel]

Is there a way to disable the VP so you can crank and not fire to build oil pressure?

I know this is possible on some mechanical pumps, and on CR’s I just disconnect the injectors.

Probably not an issue at only 9 months, but it can’t hurt.

A pre-oiler would really be a great addition for these diesels after sitting idle for long periods of time...something akin to the Rolls-Merlin; master on...flip the switch and wait two minutes.

 

[BoeingDiesel]

Finally got around to getting the Ol' girl back on the road today. Checked all the fluids, installed the new batteries, cycled the LP a couple times and did one bump start. I let it sit for a couple minutes and it fired in no more than 2 seconds. It did sound slightly rough for about 15 seconds but then smoothed out. I was really concerned with the fuel sitting idle for so many months...especially with what DavidC just went through. Fuel pressure steady at 13 PSI etc. I'm happy.

 

[SnoKing]

Finally got around to getting the Ol' girl back on the road today. Checked all the fluids, installed the new batteries, cycled the LP a couple times and did one bump start. I let it sit for a couple minutes and it fired in no more than 2 seconds. It did sound slightly rough for about 15 seconds but then smoothed out. I was really concerned with the fuel sitting idle for so many months...especially with what DavidC just went through. Fuel pressure steady at 13 PSI etc. I'm happy.

Think a Biocide, next time you store it.

 

[BoeingDiesel]

Think a Biocide, next time you store it.

Is there a specific type of biocide for diesel fuel?

 

[SnoKing]

Is there a specific type of biocide for diesel fuel?

Yes. Any marine fuel dock will sell it to you.
Or
https://www.amazon.com/Biobor-JF-Di...iesel+biocide&qid=1560046732&s=gateway&sr=8-2
Or Fisheries Supply.

 

[BoeingDiesel]

Okay..probably the same that I use in the boat...thanks Snok'.

 

[Cummins12V98]

Yup always crank it over for a few seconds before starting.

 

[DavidC]

I believe that Power Service for fuel conditioning stated it was also for storage and works with biocide, kind of a Sta-Bil. After you add it make sure you drive around a bit to mix it up.
https://smile.amazon.com/Power-Serv...l+conditioner&qid=1560070528&s=gateway&sr=8-3

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B001443...olid=21J95QVOO62Q8&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it

 

[BoeingDiesel]

I've been using Power Service Silver for many years on the trucks but after looking at their website maybe there are a couple additions that might be worth using as a preventative measure.
BTW DavidC..glad to hear all went well with your truck.