MessickFarmEqu
Super Member
Its a fuel issue. No question.
BX1500. Well over a thousand hrs. Never a starting problem even at 0F, but it wouldnt fire at all if I didnt use the glow plugs. I virtually never use fuel treatment. It will start with a fuel filter so clogged that it wont continue running. Are you sure his glow plugs work? Did he add fuel just before he drove it to its parking place? The latter could have filled the filter with water if the stuff he poured in was contaminated. Are diesel fumes coming out the pipe when cranking? If so its glow plugs. If not its water or jelling.Thanks to all who have responded with timely comments - that's much appreciated.
Can some of you share details about your cold weather starting experiences. For example, what is the coldest temperature at which you are able to start your BX easily? Conversely, what is the coldest temperature at which you actually experienced a problem starting you BX?
Siphon the tank into a good container. Add Power Service or some such additive and shake. Put it in a warm area while you change the fuel filter. Give it some more shaking and put it back in. It will be fine.Okay - any suggestions for tihs?
Started up my B7800 just fine this morning, about 2 degreesF outside. No block heater. Ran for about 10 minutes, then coughed and sputtered and died. It will now turn over weakly whenI start up, but won't continue running. So I assume a fuel starvation issue. About 1/3 of a tank of fuel.
THe tractor is now at a location with no electrical power access so I can't plug in a heater... Am I stuck til spring?? I didn't put any fuel additice in the tank.
Help!