Hi apparently when BMW tested additives - they found that the basic low smoke red 2 stroke the best.... don't use synthetic......I think it is because the lower grade 2 stroke actually burns to a degree. BMW carried out the tests as they were having trouble with complex common rail diesels in...

Hi just an update on my 3rd Tank of fuel with 300ml of 2 stroke added. All I can say is wow this is great....my engine is getting better and better...it definately has more torque especially at very low revs around 1200rpm. Cold starts are so much smooother and it is still noticeable once warm...

I could not belive it ...... read about a guy with Golf TDi 130 who doubled power output using NOs.....I didn't think it was compatible.....it appears diesel engines love it even more that petrol engines.........take a look at this link MV Developments ........ these guys even do a progressive...

Sounds like a common rail injector leak down issue. You can attempt a home cure by doing following by a tin of BG244 .... look on ebay this is demon injector cleaner. Once you have got the above............remove the original diesel filter.... get new one and fill it up with BG244. Replace...

Obvious question ........ how are you making it .......... are you an rape seed farmer ..... or a chip shop owner!!!! How are the landrover fuel lines, fuel pumps and injectors doing....and customs and excise!!!!

Oh by the way are you enjoying the Hippo forum .........

Hmm so you think a defender is well built....hmmmm .... not defending the Gaylander...they have issues....however, just speak to the servicemen who have to depend on defenders....... capability wise respect... but reliability.......oh by the way sure the old 2.5 agricultural burner would love...

I have used around 1/2 tank of diesel with 2 stroke added ..... my old truck seems to be getting smoother and smoother. My brother is on his 4th tank and recons he did'nt get full benifit until around 3rd tank. I am most impressed by cold morning starts....much less clatter ........ will keep...

I was discussing injector issues with a local Bosch injection specialist.... he recons that the removal of the sulpher in diesel is causing allot of problems ..... increasing friction .... and causing silica like deposits on injectors. Don't forget the L series and TD4's are old lumps originally...

Hi all well I am using 250ml to 52 lts approx 250:1. Car runs much smoother, especially from cold - don't know about mpg things are looking promising, early days....power wise the engine feels more flexible ...... this is not just a feeling....I have a nasty right hand corner to negotiate that...

car running much quieter ..... and seems to be generally smoother ..... no smoke ...... good so far.... early days though...

My old ford cvh was a bugger for this ... everytime i touched head ... tappets noisey......always ended up putting new ones in. I think micro dirt gets in fine galleries. You could try Ametech Restore-Oil Additive .... neverr tried it myself but have heard nothing but good reports...

My brother has done a fair bit of research and it transpires BMW did some research into diesel additives .... as they were having problems with varying quality of fuel across eu ..... issues such as ultra low sulpher.... effecting injectors etc. Apprantly they found the most benefit from low...

Hi... I have been seeing allot of activity on the forums about adding 2 stroke oil to diesel. Allot of positive comments..... much quieter engines and better mpg. Apprantly cheap 2 stroke is best .... low ash ... don't use synthetic as it does not burn (could effect exhaust).... My brother is...

Hi I really want to decat my TD4 but I am not happy about hacking my existing 'valuable' exhaust.......... So I have done a bit of digging ...... now before I get shot down .... here me out..... It looks like the L series exhaust is partially suitable. The pipework is the same size (checked...

Just a thought if the diff bushes are a bit weak.......this could induce an off centre drive and cause noise.....possibly (clutching at straws here)

Hi my oldtruck makes all sorts of noises ......... woo woo is definately diff on mine ..... you can with very slight throttle movement play a tune on it...... I would bet it is diff. I am on my 3rd ird (this is a long storey)...... and they all make noises ..... if bad you get a wheel bearing...

Hi .... I know this, I actually have a TD4 ..... yes I know the exhaust is different..... If diameters are the same (or close)..... I was considering using the L series inter pipe to connect to a new std silencer.......(this combo is very cheap) then weld up a cat bypass. This would enable me...

Hi what diameter is the exhaust tubing beyond cat.....

Just seen this thread ....... take a look at Emerald MD3 these guys are real experts on the 1.8 lump ........... this is a very underated engine that is capable of well over 200ponies ....... but you need throttle bodies.......these can be made from old 40dcoe carbs....if you are handy in the...