Isuzu Elf 250 Tipper with 4BE1 motor

A 4BE1 with 135kW ? Wish I had one of those.

A comparison of the 4BD1, 4BE1, 4BD1T is as follows

Model ----kW ---@rpm ---Nm @rpm--- litres
Isuzu 4BD1 ----66 3200 ----245 1900 ----3900
Isuzu 4BE1 ----74 3500---- 242 2000---- 3600
Isuzu 4BD1T ----90 3200 ----314 2200--- 3900

The 4BE1 was found in the NKR Models (150,200,250,300 & 400) & the Isuzu Elf above.

Locking Diesel Cap: Tridon TL25 approx $20 from Supercheap. Must have seal to get COF.

Grease nipples Back springs are UNF 3/8 thread. Remember brakes if you are going for a COF and one side not enough its only adjustment. Brake shoes are normally good for 300,000 kms.

ISU 4BE1 3636CC 110HP ENGINE - USED motors @$4900?? but we can get from Thailand. The 4BE1 is a 3.6L direct injection engine. It replaced the 4BC2 in Isuzu NPR's from 1987- non turbo, VE rotary injection pump.

For instant COF repairs and even farm call outs use the services below. These guys know their trucks and are the best around. They are on the Main Rd south in Levin before Placemakers on the right heading South. They also work on excavators, farm machinery and have call out for repair services. For radiators problems and leaks use SEAL-UP from SUPERCHEAP. It has Metallic bronze filings in it to seal the leaks & will seal heads, radiators, head gaskets, heater cores & welsh plugs in any motor around $14 a bottle & made in Australia.

Ask for parts dept & speak to Chris Beamont. Many parts they can get from Japan and it takes about 3 weeks to NZ as at April 2024.

Tare weight is the weight of a vehicle or container when it is empty. Gross weight is weight of both tare & the load.Tare is an arabic name & was first used by Italy known as waste then went to France & Uk. In shipping, tare weight it is important, because it is used to determine the value of a load, and calculate taxes.

Water thats easy. 1 litre = 1kg as a gram (1/1000 of kg) was the mass (or weight on earth's surface) of 1 mL (1/1000 of a L). So a litre of water has a mass of 1 kg

Multiple tests by independent laboratories have shown that when properly applied to an automotive engine, Slick 50 Engine Formula reduces wear on engine parts. Test show that Slick 50 treated engines sustained 50 percent less wear than test engines run with premium motor oil alone.

DIESEL: Wynns ---- designed to reinforce engine oil during high stress operation and ideal for old or tired engines to help them perform to their maximum. Especially recommended for stop-start town driving, full passenger loads and towing.

When you check the dipstick its black as!! well when you put new oil in and then start stop and test oil its the same colour right? Ok when to change your oil. Suggestions every 7500kms. Changing earlier say every 1000kms is a waste of time and doesn't prolong the engine life.

Engine oils accumulate contaminants (solids, acids, fuel, water, etc.) that no oil and oil filter can completely remove. Also combustion byproducts are harmful to an engine even when the engine isn't operating. This is why there is a year time limit for engines with only limited use. Oil breaks down and the bubbles created lose their go (viscosity ) hence oil loses its ability to lubricate over time and use. Continuing to use engine oil past the manufacturer's recommended change can cause a build-up of sludge as the oil breaks down and the bubbles it was in originally break apart. Replacing the oil flushes out the dirt, impurities, water and other particles that adversely affect the engine.

Change when hot. Do not flush as does nothing really? 'W' is the 'cold' viscosity rating of the oil, and the number after the 'W' is the 'hot' viscosity rating. So a 5W40 oil is a single grade oil when cold, but doesn't thin any more than a 40-rated single grade oil when hot. The lower the 'winter' number (hence the 'W'), the easier the engine will turn over when starting in cold climates. Mineral oil is derived from crude oil. Synthetic oil, on the other hand, is chemically produced from a resource such as naphtha. Compared to mineral oil, it contains almost no impurities and has far superior characteristics, including viscosity and resistance to extreme heat.

I would use a semi synthetic. But, Fully synthetic Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel Truck 5W-40 with SuperSyn is engineered for hard-working diesel engines. It offers outstanding wear protection, oil consumption control and performance reserve. Whether hauling, towing heavy loads, driving off-road, or just dealing with stop-and-go driving, Mobil 1 Turbo Diesel Truck provides outstanding protection for diesel engines.

15W/40 Super Diesel is designed to provide superior performance for diesel and some gasoline engines in cars, buses, trucks and construction equipment.

Gold Series III/10,20,30,40,50 Motor Oil Gold Series III Motor Oils are a range of specialised mono-grade diesel engine oils for use where non multigrade engine oil performance is required. Used mainly in
heavy equipment, including trucks, diggers and other contruction type equipment.

Motor Oil 20W/40 SF/CC
A multigrade crankcase oil making it OK for use in moderate to heavy petrol engines and small to medium diesel engines.

30/40 Motor Oil SD/CC
A multigrade crankcase oil making it entirely suitable for use in moderate to heavy earlier model petrol engines and small to medium diesel engines.

Fully Synthetic
0W-30 0W-40 5W-40	SYNTHETIC Good engine performance, fuel economy and power Engine protected from wear and deposit build-up Good cold starting & quick circulation in freezing temperatures Gets to moving parts quick-- not appicable to NZ unless mountain
Semi-synthetic
5W-30 10W-40 15W-40	SEMI SYNTHETIC---Better protection Good protection within 10 minutes after starting out 3 times better at reducing engine wear Increased oil change intervals - don't need to change it quite so often
Mineral
10W-40 15W-40	MINERAL---- Basic protection for a variety of engines Oil needs to be changed more often

CHANGE THE AIR CLEANER AT THE SAME TIME:

Good thinking. Change air filters as well on youre diesel or blow them out with an air hose. If your motor ic smoking a dirty air cleaner can be the cause??

"After all these years when will the costs of fixing trucks slow down in NZ. Well thery wont"