2.5na smokey on start up

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branallan

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I have just put my s3 back on the road. It now has a 2.5 na diesel. The conversion was quite straight forward. I am very happy with the result. It's not fast but does seem to get 30ish to the gallon. The only problem I have is that the engine is rather smokey when first started from cold. When it is warm is does not smoke. Anybody had a similar problem? Thanks for your help. If you need any advice on this conversion for your series 3 , then just ask.
 
What colour is the smoke?

If it's a thin blacky/grey when cold, it means that you are getting a smidgion too much fuel being pumped through on start up.

If it's OK, then don't worry about it ;) ;)
 
Think it's more blue, which is engine oil. Just not sure if it could be valve stem oil seals or needs rebore. Compression test I guess is needed. However it runs and pulls ok and just assed mot so not too bothered.
 
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