I just purchased a used ASV R-50 CTL with a Perkins DIesel 4 Cyl engine. It has about 1900 hours on it. When the outside temp is 60 degrees or above it starts in about 1 or 2 revolutions of the engine. If the temp is below 60 degrees, it takes 30 to 60 seconds or more before it will start. I got it from South Texas and I am afraid when it gets really cold here in Oklahoma, it won't ever start without burning up the starter. I have checked out the glow plugs and they seem OK. Any ideas on what the problem is? It appears to be firing during the start up process but just won't fire enough to keep running without the starter helping it.
Thanks for any ideas on what to look for.
Thanks for any ideas on what to look for.