Posted by mj on January 28, 2008 at 09:23:06 from (69.85.76.34):
In Reply to: Diesel Fuel Additives posted by john in la on January 27, 2008 at 16:06:55:
JK-NY said: (quoted from post at 18:54:02 01/27/08) I would look for the "power service " in the white bottle, Stanadyne additive or other anti gel diesel additive , and/or cut your fuel with kerosene to 70/30 or 60/40 blend (even 50/50 in extreme conditions) , depending on where you are and how cold it gets. I'd stay away from the air brake deicer as a fuel additive. Why take a chance for the lack of a few dollars to get the proper stuff ? Personally I've never liked alcohol -based additives for diesels unless your in a bind.(allready gelled)
What he said AND ask at your fuel stop and see if they are using winter blend. With the new ULSD diesel it's a good idea to use a conditioner all the time since it has reduced lubricity. This is especially important on the older engines. 8)
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