Hi Guys! Have a question regarding the old Ford 3 cyl. diesel. She seems to be running a bit on the rich side. Seeing unburnt fuel from the exhaust, but running great otherwise. I had the pump off to do some cleaning & painting of the engine etc. and when I reinstalled, I set it up at zero degrees. What I didn't do, was take note of the original setting. (Hindsight 20-20?) If I advance the pump timing a bit, would that clear this up? Seems like the fuel is being delivered slightly too late. If this is worth a try, what direction would I turn the pump and about how much? So appreciate any help! Dave
It could be the pump. But I would take the injectors to a pump repair shop and have them checked.
IF it was running better BEFORE you removed the pump..Move the pump..OPPOSITE DIRECTION of normal pump rotation will advance the timing.
Thanks for the input guys! I'll advance the timing 1 degree, see how she responds and keep you posted.