Hi, new to the forum. I have read several articles regarding white smoke from exhaust but all have loss of power, therefore I wish to share my problem in the hope someone can give me the correct advice.
I have a 1996 Disco 300tdi Automatic. About five months ago I noticed when I pulled up to the lights smoke from the exhaust however this stopped after 5 - 10 seconds. Recently the smoke has increased to the point where it is non-stop white. It smells burnt and does have the bluish tint all refer to. There is no overheating nor is there any loss of power. I have noticed one thing since this began and that is when I begin my journey and climb the hill, I hear a scraping sound for a second. It sounds like a belt or something slipping but it feels as if it is coming from under the gearbox area. This might be another issue that is not related.
One mechanic says the smoke "might" be from the rings and he wants to strip the engine. Another mechanic said that the slipping noise and smoke "might" be timing belt related. Not too happy having the engine stripped if not needed. Please help.
I have a 1996 Disco 300tdi Automatic. About five months ago I noticed when I pulled up to the lights smoke from the exhaust however this stopped after 5 - 10 seconds. Recently the smoke has increased to the point where it is non-stop white. It smells burnt and does have the bluish tint all refer to. There is no overheating nor is there any loss of power. I have noticed one thing since this began and that is when I begin my journey and climb the hill, I hear a scraping sound for a second. It sounds like a belt or something slipping but it feels as if it is coming from under the gearbox area. This might be another issue that is not related.
One mechanic says the smoke "might" be from the rings and he wants to strip the engine. Another mechanic said that the slipping noise and smoke "might" be timing belt related. Not too happy having the engine stripped if not needed. Please help.
