as a "clean out", yes it does. I wouldn't recommend it on a permanent basis, but for one tankfull it will make the combustion start slightly earlier, and be slightly hotter, thus giving the combustion chambers a good clean out.
The only drawback being that you loose a (Teeny-tiny) bit of lubricity, and so that's why it's probably not a good idea to do all the time.
Funny thing about the TZD is it made me remember how much better the 1.7 engine is compared to the 1.9.
The old 1.7 (n/a) I had was miles better in my opinion than the 1.9 and the TZD is smoothness and performance personified. I can`t wait to go to work in it tomorrow!
I have to say, having driven 405's with both the 1.7TD and 1.9TD engines, the 1.7TD is smoother and slightly quieter. It also feels like it rev's more freely. But, it's also less powerful, and the 1.9Td is a better tow vehicle. That said, with a small tweak to the boost pressure and fuelling levels, the 1.7TD engine is a belter.
Mentioning tuning, the 1.7TD should in theory be able to take more abuse than the 1.9 engine as it has more metal around the bores, and smaller lighter pistons.
I like the cocktail of unleaded. diesel and a dash of cooking oil to lube things, IU too have noticed the diference between 1.7s and 1.9s in both turbo and non turbo forms, I do love a bit of torque though
Stewart
TZD 19 TD one of the few
Xantia Td estate, going soft
I looked at the dutch site with the 2.1 BX conversion, he must have a big shoehorn to get it all in there, it looks stuffed, a far more difficult conversion than the 1.9TD methinks.
Stewart
TZD 19 TD one of the few
Xantia Td estate, going soft
cant see it being that much different stewart, the lumps are relatively speaking the same size! The problem pbviously comes when trying to fit an intercooler!
1995 Cavalier? Good grief! That said, my mate had an LS 2.0 auto and it was actually a nice car in Metallic Silver - later style blacked out rear lights unit. Much nicer looking than a Mundano.
Was thinking of getting an Astra myself...
But they still have cambelts. And radiators. And other stuff I'm wishing I didn't have to bother with! (Still in 2CV honeymoon period!)
Vanny wrote:cant see it being that much different stewart, the lumps are relatively speaking the same size!
The block is the same size, but the 2.1 12v head is massive in comparison to the 8v head. Almost any vehicle the 2.1TD is fitted to has a VERY full engine bay.
Yes, congratulations to Ian (F) on his choice of new car. That`s one converted 130 odd to go. Ian, you won`t regret it mate and it`s saved you from a lifetime of hell with a Xantia