Trouble starting warm diesel engine

Post by **Hermen** » 09 Aug 2006, 14:38

Just got back from first epic trip from Bournemouth to Aberdeen. Van drove a treat.

The only problem was, that after each stop we made (1 hour) the van would take a few attempts to start. This has also started after short journeys. Furthermore I am occasionally getting a large plume of smoke after setting off again with warm engine. I do not have any problem starting or smoke on the first start of the day and other than that the van is driving beautifully

cheers

1988 Westy 1.6td

Post by **HarryMann** » 09 Aug 2006, 14:54

Blue or black smoke?

Do you wait for the glo-plugs light to go out when hot or not?

Does it use much oil?

Post by **Hermen** » 09 Aug 2006, 14:58

Yes, wait till glo plugs go out and smoke is black.

Not used much oil on 1250mile trip (1/2 litre)

Post by **Diamond Hell** » 09 Aug 2006, 16:35

Sounds like it could be leaking injectors.....