Diesel leak from injectors ?

[Danny DeVito]

I notice diesel leaking down the front of the engine today. Is it likely just from the leaky inj seal or more likely from pipes etc. I just want to decide to leave it until i do the seals or should i be checking the pipes ? Thanks

 

[mersum1es]

Near the hp-pump? Pipe o-rings or hp-pump... Dry it, start the engine and try figure out the source.

 

[Danny DeVito]

Not sure where its coming from, i would guess its a leaky pipe. i dont think its possible to be neat diesel getting up from cylinders. Its impossible to see anyway until i tear its top off. I think maybe i'll just do that, clean it and hope it shows up before too long.

 

[mersum1es]

If the nozzle holder cap is broken (a few reported), it may leak diesel on the engine. But most likely a brittle hose, o-ring or plastic clamp...

 

[Danny DeVito]

Well thats sorted out. The valve on the injector was a little loose. Where the injector pipe screws on to. Sadly i hear another chuff chuff chuff coming on.