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  1. nikko m
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    April 3rd, 2006 01:35 PM #1
    basically when you say engine tune up on diesel engines what do you have to check and what are the parts that needs replacement?aside from changing the oil,oil filter,fuel filter,air filter?thanks
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    April 3rd, 2006 02:00 PM #2
    Usually it also includes adjustment of the engine valves. Other items escape me at the moment.
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    April 3rd, 2006 04:59 PM #3
    Quote Originally Posted by Bogeyman
    Usually it also includes adjustment of the engine valves. Other items escape me at the moment.
    Ditto...

    Also cleaning the strainers and some also practice "purging" their fuel systems with a good dose of BD for around two full tanks prior to changing their fuel filters.
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    June 13th, 2006 04:44 AM #4
    i have a toyota lucida. where can i have it tuned?

    does not belch smoke when newly started till about after 2Kms or 10 minutes. need enlightenment here, please?

    does anybody how to bypass the EGR (Exhaust Gas Return) valve? i also want to have this done.
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