Party Vibe

basic diesel engine maintenance tips are as follows: :wink::wink::wink:

change the oil with clockwork regularity for a happy engine [generators even more so than normal car engines] – check the manual for the right grade of oil – it is a slightly higher spec than the equivalent petrol engine oil [though some oil is always better than no oil!!]

always check the oil level before you start a generator; could be expensive otherwise:wink: on two counts: first it may stop working without it and second it will be significantly less fuel efficient if there isnt enough oil!

replace the air filter every six months or when the generator seems a little sluggish; if you havent ever done it before do it now!!! this also improves the efficiency of the engine and its fuel efficiency:wink:

try to never let the fuel run dry – repriming a diesel engine can be a right pain in the backside:crazy:

and finally check it starts well before you actually need it – nothing worse than getting to a party and being unable to start your generator:hopeless:

If you know a friendly farmer, red diesel is good too. Not illegal for Jenny’s…

Biodiesel is a good option if you can manage it – much greener generally, and you can have tripping punters wandering around all night wondering where the chip van is parked..,.:laugh_at::laugh_at::laugh_at:

why dont you look into gettin a gas generator. no spillage of diesel or petrol when your munted. less harm to the planet. more rigs should get on the case, me thinks.