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7th December 2013, 08:59 | #21 |
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Not really, it is these technologies that are responsible for the development of diesel engines so that they really are usable in mass produced cars. Current diesels bear no resemblance to those produced just 15 years ago, to the point they are challenging petrol engines for performance and emissions.
Many PSA engined cars of French origin have been fitted with regenerating DPF with Eolys injection for about 5 years now and with each generation of the technology, there have been improvements. My guess is that in 5+ years time, people will not even pay attention to the fact that their new car is fitted with such a system. Rememeber all the negativity when catalytic converters were first fitted to petrol cars in the UK? and now? Last edited by MSS; 7th December 2013 at 10:15.. |
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During regeneration, the soot is burned at about 700 degrees and comes out of the DPF as ash, which is apparently less harmful. Currently looking at the possible purchase of an Insignia CDTi 160 estate and have been trawling the internet for DPF failure reports. They seem to be ok on this car.
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My brother used to work as a mechanic for Vauxhall, they've had some success at removing blocked filters and soaking them overnight (can't remember what in though). He's done this to a few cars and hasn't had to replace a filter yet. There's a few companies out there that will do it for you.
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If the dpf has been completely cut out then something would need to be put back in place so it looks like there's still a dpf there. Dpfs are a nightmare. I had one on a previous car but got rid because I didn't want problems from it. Not worth the cost and hassle. No easy way of getting round this new law either.
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9th December 2013, 20:22 | #25 |
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Silly legislation required pointless technology like this is an example of a reason why i'll never buy new.
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So just to confirm, is it panic over? Lol
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yup, at least it's one thing you don't have to worry about with our diesels
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