Originally Posted by Taylor
From what I've read the ESP isn't what it used to be..
So 1% sulfated ash content isn't terrible, or is that way too high? AMSOIL's Heavy Duty Synthetic Diesl Oil in 10w30 has a NOACK of 4.5, and the 15w40 at 3.6. I am wondering if the 15w40 is too heavy though? I am sure many people run it in sprinter vans without issue. It is a little cheaper too @ $78.30 for a 2.5 Gal jug of the 15w40 ($56.55 for preferred customers), and $77.40 for the 10w30.
The RAVENOL REP Racing Extra Performance SAE 5W-30 is an option at 6.5 NOACK and MB 229.52 approval. $120 for 10L shipped. The redline is $124.90 for 10 qts shipped w/ a slightly better NOACK at 6%
I'll certainly check the air filters, I have two pairs on hand as I've read they should be changed often. The technician at the shop said no oil leaks, however there is a little seepage that I haven't had time to pinpoint. It's a 2010 x164.825, and I don't know that I have the "puck" separator like the gas motor I think the crankcase breather pipe is just the small round piece w/ electrical connector near the turbo.
Like this:
https://www.pelicanparts.com/More_I...q55Cl4gIVAo7ICh38XQWHEAQYBSABEgJzEPD_BwE
Not really sure how to check that its working, may just replace it for $50 though.
Originally Posted by Taylor
From what I've read the ESP isn't what it used to be..
So 1% sulfated ash content isn't terrible, or is that way too high? AMSOIL's Heavy Duty Synthetic Diesl Oil in 10w30 has a NOACK of 4.5, and the 15w40 at 3.6. I am wondering if the 15w40 is too heavy though? I am sure many people run it in sprinter vans without issue. It is a little cheaper too @ $78.30 for a 2.5 Gal jug of the 15w40 ($56.55 for preferred customers), and $77.40 for the 10w30.
The RAVENOL REP Racing Extra Performance SAE 5W-30 is an option at 6.5 NOACK and MB 229.52 approval. $120 for 10L shipped. The redline is $124.90 for 10 qts shipped w/ a slightly better NOACK at 6%
I'll certainly check the air filters, I have two pairs on hand as I've read they should be changed often. The technician at the shop said no oil leaks, however there is a little seepage that I haven't had time to pinpoint. It's a 2010 x164.825, and I don't know that I have the "puck" separator like the gas motor I think the crankcase breather pipe is just the small round piece w/ electrical connector near the turbo.
Like this:
https://www.pelicanparts.com/More_I...q55Cl4gIVAo7ICh38XQWHEAQYBSABEgJzEPD_BwE
Not really sure how to check that its working, may just replace it for $50 though.
That art is the heater for the pcv gases going into the turbo inlet. It's connected to the hockey puck on the passenger valve cover near the firewall. They can leak if clogged. They have been reengineered several times over the years.