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Old 01-20-2021, 08:24 PM   #92 (permalink)
squirrl22
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44 year diesel driver

Couple things- congrats to going thru and getting everything fixed. That's step #1.
One thing that can help is getting your injectors cleaned, rebuilt, and balanced-After 190k, they may be pretty worn.

A proper tune- one for economy, not for power- can make a big difference.

Reading thru other's experiences is invaluable- Here is a web site that can help in your quest: https://forums.tdiclub.com/index.php...el-economy.24/

Consider running highly filtered(below 1 micron) used transmission oil , either mixed w diesel , or you can run it straight, in tank #2. It's an old diesel trick, actually cleans and lubes your entire fuel system. You only switch to tank #2 when the engine is at full operating temperature.

Consider putting in the hottest thermostat you can find. Diesel's love heat.
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