Black death

[Bobby Sunshibe]

Hey guys, has anyone dealt with black death on their sprinters? What symptoms did you have, and did you repair it yourself, how difficult was it?
Cheers

 

[Mark A]

Plenty of good info on the site re Black Death. It isn’t as bad as It sounds.

it’s caused by leaking injector seals. The black tar like substance is easiest to remove when cold from around the top of the leaking injector. To remove the injector best to get the engine nice and hot first as it will soften the tar that’s holding the injector in place. Be careful with the injector hold down bolt, it is a stretch bolt and single use. it is very easy to strip the threads in the head and that can lead to a whole world of hurt. The seal will obviously need replaced but the seat may need recut or the injector sleeve may need redressed/ replaced. I would get a quote from a decent indie as it won’t cost as much as you think. If you post your location perhaps someone can recommend a good indie for you.

 

[Bobby Sunshibe]

Thanks for the reply Mark. I'm in Perth.

 

[Mark A]

Worth trying Alastair Reed, they seem to be local to you. Sorry just a google search, I have no direct experience of them but others on here might.

 

[Woodleigh]

Thanks for the reply Mark. I'm in Perth.

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[Bobby Sunshibe]

Thanks for the replies lads, much appreciated. Merry Christmas