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Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 05-21-2013, 10:42 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 494
Posted By TDIwyse
I'm glad you don't have an axe to grind. Neither...

I'm glad you don't have an axe to grind. Neither do I.



I'd enjoy seeing a link to these ASTM decisions that shows ULSD has improved lubricity over LSD. The link I gave above shows exactly...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 05-21-2013, 07:14 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 494
Posted By TDIwyse
Well, it seems to me the Bosch study does...

Well, it seems to me the Bosch study does quantify it. For example, page 11 has a table showing the wear scar ratings and durability reduction. At the higher end you get only 1% of the expected...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 05-21-2013, 05:19 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 494
Posted By TDIwyse
The study shows a clear connection with the...

The study shows a clear connection with the variable they controlled: Lubricity. That's how a scientific study works, you control variables and test the theory you have and look to see if the...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 05-21-2013, 04:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 494
Posted By TDIwyse
This assumes they remember to put the additive...

This assumes they remember to put the additive package into the truck after its loaded at the terminal...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 05-20-2013, 12:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 494
Posted By TDIwyse
I agree, there seems to be more than lubricity...

I agree, there seems to be more than lubricity involved with VW's issue. This is demonstrated by the multiple revisions of that pump.

My point was that lubricity is a known, measurable failure...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 05-20-2013, 12:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 494
Posted By TDIwyse
203/827 = 24.5% fuel samples out of spec for...

203/827 = 24.5% fuel samples out of spec for viscosity, which will shorten HPFP life.
59/827 = 7.1% fuel samples out of US minimum spec for lubricity, which will shorten HPFP life. (The 570 level...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 05-20-2013, 10:53 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 494
Posted By TDIwyse
Some of the official background data as an FYI...

Some of the official background data as an FYI for those who may not be familiar.

http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/jaxrs/download/doc/UCM430237/INRL-EA11003-54326P.pdf

From pg 30 (lots of...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 05-20-2013, 10:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 494
Posted By TDIwyse
I'm sorry, but that's just not backed up by the...

I'm sorry, but that's just not backed up by the science.

http://www.arb.ca.gov/fuels/gasoline/meeting/2003/022003bosch.pdf

Page 12 shows a quantifiable analysis on life expectancy of the HPFP...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 05-20-2013, 05:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 494
Posted By TDIwyse
Thanks for posting that. There are pros...

Thanks for posting that.

There are pros and cons with all fuels. It's good to learn the tradeoffs of what you put in your property. However, I noticed a lot of things in there that are...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 05-15-2013, 05:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 429
Posted By TDIwyse
Think with an "articulating" scope this would be...

Think with an "articulating" scope this would be doable. But those are very expensive...
...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 05-15-2013, 05:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 429
Posted By TDIwyse
The problem was with this type of scope having to...

The problem was with this type of scope having to have a pre-formed bend, as opposed to being able to manipulate the bend as you were inserting it. Made a quick pic trying to show the issue I was...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 05-14-2013, 03:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 429
Posted By TDIwyse
http://www.amazon.com/Flexible-Inspection-Microsco...

http://www.amazon.com/Flexible-Inspection-Microscope-Borescope-Endoscope/dp/B007ROP3FO/ref=zg_bs_401578011_4

I bought one of these last year for the same thing you're trying to do. I was just...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 05-03-2013, 10:20 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,317
Posted By TDIwyse
As a data point on this issue: My UOA's were...

As a data point on this issue: My UOA's were done with fuel primarily from the local Sinclair truck stop I fill up at ~95% of the time using between 5-20% biodiesel (you don't know exactly what %...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 04-27-2013, 05:08 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,836
Posted By TDIwyse
Well, last years 1/4 mile performance wasn't a...

Well, last years 1/4 mile performance wasn't a fluke...

Improved just a tad today from last years 12.69 to a 12.65 today, with less favorable conditions.

Today was opening day at the nearest...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 04-24-2013, 06:40 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,568
Posted By TDIwyse
Sorry to hear about your problems. I commend you...

Sorry to hear about your problems. I commend you for taking responsibility and not trying to get BMW to pay for something that is in a vehicle operating way outside its intended configuration. When...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 04-14-2013, 04:58 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,077
Posted By TDIwyse
http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=682...

http://www.e90post.com/forums/showthread.php?t=682116

The direct injected gas engines have some major intake clogging issues. A lot of those guys are doing walnut shell blasting procedures every...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 04-11-2013, 04:58 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,317
Posted By TDIwyse
Some 335d UOA's in this thread: ...

Some 335d UOA's in this thread:

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showthread.php?t=537349
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 04-08-2013, 06:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 695
Posted By TDIwyse
Almost sounds like the connector at the fuel rail...

Almost sounds like the connector at the fuel rail came loose. The injectors won't fire until a minimum rail pressure is reached. If the connector is properly seated then another potential issue...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 04-06-2013, 06:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,317
Posted By TDIwyse
http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showpost.php?p=66...

http://www.bimmerfest.com/forums/showpost.php?p=6695813&postcount=25

This may be helpful to you. I measure about 2psi of DPF restriction at well above stock performance levels at max power output.
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 03-15-2013, 06:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 468
Posted By TDIwyse
Another option, if you have an android phone, is...

Another option, if you have an android phone, is the Torque App. You can get the Pro version for ~$5 and using a ~$15 blue tooth OBD dongle you can collect all kinds of interesting info.
...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 03-09-2013, 04:35 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,606
Posted By TDIwyse
Thanks for posting this!

Thanks for posting this!
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 03-03-2013, 05:27 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,948
Posted By TDIwyse
This is an excellent question. It's been...

This is an excellent question.

It's been known since the 1930's that dirt and water in fuel are the main causes of premature failures in diesel engines. This report by Donaldson (as well as...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 02-22-2013, 03:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 917
Posted By TDIwyse
No emission tests here. But the tier 2 compliant...

No emission tests here. But the tier 2 compliant B3.3T is way better than the carbureted pre tier 1 inline 6 gas engine it replaced.

Sent from my XT901 using Bimmer App
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 02-20-2013, 10:26 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 917
Posted By TDIwyse
Stuck a little Cummins B3.3T into my old Jeep...

Stuck a little Cummins B3.3T into my old Jeep Wrangler about 7 yrs ago.

http://www.dieseltruckresource.com/dev/b3-3t-jeep-yj-t112807.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=STGzzYCNibg

It's just...
Forum: BMW Diesel Owners / Enthusiasts 02-11-2013, 12:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 384
Posted By TDIwyse
Wow! What a great technician and tremendous...

Wow! What a great technician and tremendous problem solving! Thanks for posting that.
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