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Question Of The Week: Bio

I thought about converting my truck (1999 f 250 psd) to biodiesel capable in an effort to pay less at the pump and help out the atmosphere a bit as well. Is this an easy process or is it involved and will it hurt me down the road in terms of longetivity? Thanks Bart Michaels Dallas. Texas

Answer:

Be careful, Manufacturers will only approve B5 which is 5% bio. Anything over that will void the warranty. We've seen more harm than good at this point. I think with some better refining, the future holds a lot for the product. Steve Malone: Malone Diesel Service Austin TX 5-14-2008

Question # 46: Trans Fluid

I heard a long time ago of a guy who supplemented his oil with a quart of transmission fluid in the crankcase on a gas engine. Would something like that help a diesel? Dan Henderson Reno, Nevada

Answer:

I would not recommend it in a diesel. It's ok to put it in the fuel as long the vehicle is not an emission compliant model. Steve Malone: Malone Diesel Service Austin TX 5-04-2008


 

 


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