How does diesel get into the oil?
Smallest amounts of diesel stick to the cylinder walls and enter the engine compartment through the piston movement. As a result, diesel enters the engine oil and increases the oil level. Likewise, the diesel entry in the engine can increase when often driving short distances.
What happens if petrol mixes with engine oil?
In short, when fuel mixes with the lubricant, it reduces the viscosity of the oil, meaning that the viscosity may be too low to create an oil film capable of withstanding heavy loads and speeds in some parts of the engine. This results in friction between the metal surfaces and wear of the parts.
Is it bad to have diesel in your oil?
Based on your finding of diesel in your engine’s oil, your theory of the problem being an injector/nozzle seal or cup is probably correct. Please keep in mind that diesel fuel in the crankcase drastically impacts the oil’s lubricity and creates excessive wear in all parts and the turbo bearing.
Is the cat C10 engine a good engine?
The C10 is a good engine, but will drink alittle more fuel. In addition, you must look at both trucks to see how they are speced as you don’t mention that. That would be my deciding factor along with what they cost. 350,000 on a C10 isn’t too bad.
Can a Caterpillar engine leak diesel into the oil?
I have searched the Internet regarding the problem and it seems that this particular Caterpillar engine has an injector seal that can leak. When that seal leaks, diesel gets into the oil. Do you know anything about this problem?
What are the Cat diesel engine fluids recommendations?
Cat Commercial Diesel Engine Fluids Recommendations Special Publication For All 3500 Series, C175 Series and Smaller Commercial Diesel Engines SAFETY.CAT.COM i03991620 Important Safety Information Most accidents that involve product operation, maintenance and repair are caused by failure to observe basic safety rules or precautions.
Why does my Caterpillar engine smell like diesel?
The oil level was high at that point and it smelled of diesel. I have searched the Internet regarding the problem and it seems that this particular Caterpillar engine has an injector seal that can leak.