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451johnny

I have a Kubota B7001 which I know nothing about do you check the compression on these diesel engine the way you would a gas one...?? thanks in advance johnny


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bertsmobile1

Yes you do but a car tester is generally not able to handle the higher pressures.
There are diesel engine compression testers and usually they have solid tube connectors.

Now why are you suspecting low compression ?


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451johnny

I have white smoke coming from the exhaust when ever I start it and when I accelerate the engine ..so I went to youtube and heard that it could be a few things including bad compression...?? have any idea what else I should check out ..??? johnny


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BlazNT

BlazNT

White smoke means that the diesel fuel is not burning correctly due to a lack of heat in the combustion chamber. This unburnt diesel contains minor toxins that may sting your eyes. This problem may be caused by:

A clogged fuel filter
Incorrect injector pump timing
Worn engine (low compression)
Water or petrol contamination of the diesel fuel.


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