dulm
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I'm new to this forum and a new (first time) tractor owner. I've just taken delivery of a 2012 Jinma 284 w/aftermarket FEL. According to the hour meter, the engine literally has less than 1 hour on it. I've been operating the tractor lightly around my property just to get familiar and comfortable with it. Upon delivery I performed an inspection of the vehicle ensuring all fluids were at the proper levels and that everything was secure. This morning the tractor started normally with no issues. I let it warm up for a few minutes and then began driving it in 2nd gear (high range) at about 1300 RPM. After just a few minutes of operating at a constant speed / RPM, the engine suddenly began knocking accompanied by more than normal black smoke from the exhaust. I reduced the RPM and got it off the road and shut it down. I fear a thrown connecting rod but am not sure how to go about checking for it. I've never worked on a diesel. Any help of where to start would be appreciated.