Starting problems 98GU 2.8td??

I have had the same problem for the last few months hard to start on hot starts heaps of smoke once i get it going Patrol2.8 thanks for the pics i will be looking for a part tomorrow

Had this happening on a rd28 i worked on once checked all the usual timing glow plugs etc, Found out there is a plate on the injector pump that becomes pitted after awhile and fuelling goes all to shit especially when engine is cold, and just wont start properly. Talk to some reputable diesel injector place they should know what im talking about and point you in the right direction.

Fletch no problems nissan have the parts cost about 45.00 very easy job to do

Hey Patrol2.8 i got the part here in Canberra it cost me $75 just finished changing it and the old plate was pitted and had 2 ring marks from the o ring. Have started it up a few times and problem solved! its running like a dream so thanks for the advice and putting up the pictures. Next project is a 3'' exhaust.....

Fletch not a problem glad its fixed did you get the parts from nissan? and if you think its running good now wait till you get that 3'' exhaust on

I just got the part from Nizzbits, $45 to my door, can't complain about the service Garry provides.
Cheers, the ferret.

yeah i did get it from nissan, going to get the 3'' exhaust next week. have you seen the one on ebay? do you know if they are any good?

I had a similar thing going on with my 98 2.8. thought it might be the glow plugs, but the battery was on the way out and i replaced it with a used yellow top AGM of 700+ CCA that I had and POW! it starts like a new one.

Fletch not sure about the ones on ebay as long as there from a decent exhaust dealer should be ok if i hadnt come across the gompany who did mine i probably would of bought one from ebay although my son is a boiler maker and i didnt even think that he could of made it up for me even cheaper he just bought all the pipe etc for his navara 2.5 inch has cost him 120.00 all up