The problem is while on an incline and idling, after 20-40 seconds sometimes longer, it will stall. (As engine revs start to go down, close to stalling, you can rev engine to maintain running, but idle speed will need to exceed 1,500rpms) engine will restart with some cranking but will not run well until vehicle is level. While engine is still warming up it will stall quicker on same incline. While I have not tested all possible situations, once the vehicle has been driven around and warmed up and or has been driven for a period of time, I have driven up steep inclines for a few minutes with no issues. (Driving up inclines at slow speeds, 1,200-1,500 rpm.) While the truck is on a decline will idle and run indefinately. When I say incline/decline, generally steep, 35-40 degrees or more.
I live in Solomon Islands, which has such steep grades and more. Fuel source is questionable, but that is all that there is. We can get fuel aditives for diesels from Australia. Climate is hot with a few days hotter. High humidity. Stalling condition unknown prior to purchase. Any suggestions on where to look to elminate the stalling?
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Wednesday, June 11th, 2008 AT 2:33 PM