To those who Actually fly Diesels (NOT on a bench)
Hello All
As an avid diesel flier (Davis conversions) I have a question to fellow FLYERS based on my experience and problems encountered in 2 years of flying diesels.
I think that I mastered properly tuning diesel engines using a Tach, optimizing compression ratio Vs. needle position.
That said, a major problem I have to deal with thus far is that in a very short time carbon deposit from the combustion process builds up between the ring and the piston, causing the ring to stick and loss of compression.
The obvious solution is to remove the piston, cook it in antifreeze in a slow cooker and clean the carbon.
Is anyone else who ACTUALLY FLY DIESELS encountering this very same problem?
I am really interested in experience based responses.
Thanks
Joshua