On Wed, 23 Apr 2008 23:00:21 +0100, Doki <mrdoki@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> wrote:
> Adrian wrote:
>> malc ("malc" <malunspamwhite@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
>) gurgled happily,
>> sounding much like they were saying:
>>
>>>> As mentioned in another post, I'm looking for a 406 HDI. Is
>>>> servicing one of these a reasonable proposition for a DIYer?
>>
>>> Yes.
>>
>> Agreed.
>>
>>> Oh you wanted a bit more.
>>
>> As with any common-rail wheezel, be very wary of the fuel system when
>> it's pressurised. It's ridiculously high pressure.
>
> I remember hearing that one of the official test tools for leaks on one
> of the Cit HDIs was basically a piece of paper on a very long stick. The
> problem is that at that kind of pressure the diesel can shoot straight
> through your skin...
That applys to any diesels high pressure pipe work though. Pretty much the
first thing we got taught at Lucas was if you where stupid enough to shoot
yoursef with an injector then go to caualty & get them to look up high
pressure injuries whilst they tried to send you home, after an hours
argument you'd have all the evidence you needed & you'd be in the right
place.
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