Thanks for the input everyone. I did remove the injectors a few months ago and had them tested at TWO different Diesel shops, both of which said they were fine. There was nothing wrong with the way the motorious ran except the smoke, it seemed to have smooth power considering it's a VANAGON. I don't get jiggy with disassembling blocks so I will take it to a rebuilder and get the short block for 780$. Still soliciting insight into the black spot on cylinder wall though, so anyone who can tell me about this is invited to respond. Gnarlodious |
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