Velos Posted February 1, 2015 Report Share Posted February 1, 2015 We store our truck in the winter, but do try to drive it once a month to keep the fluids circulating. Do you use a diesel fuel additive? If so how often to you add it? Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skp51443 Posted February 1, 2015 Report Share Posted February 1, 2015 We added treatment only when adding fuel, wanted to make sure it was stirred in. First rule of computer consulting: Sell a customer a Linux computer and you'll eat for a day. Sell a customer a Windows computer and you'll eat for a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Velos Posted February 1, 2015 Author Report Share Posted February 1, 2015 We added treatment only when adding fuel, wanted to make sure it was stirred in. Did you add it every time you added fuel? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skp51443 Posted February 1, 2015 Report Share Posted February 1, 2015 Yes, in the winter months when we were in cold country. The stuff I used was supposed to be mixed at an ounce of treatment to so many gallons of fuel so I estimated how many gallons I would be adding and split the needed treatment between tanks. I used a combination product, algae killer, water remover and anti-jell of various brands over the years. Amazon has a bunch and lots of reviews: http://www.amazon.com/gp/top-rated/automotive/15718841 This is a good read on all aspects of diesel fuel: http://www.chevron.com/documents/pdf/DieselFuelTechReview.pdf First rule of computer consulting: Sell a customer a Linux computer and you'll eat for a day. Sell a customer a Windows computer and you'll eat for a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nolan Posted February 3, 2015 Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 Like Stanley, I put it in our truck's tanks after every fill up. Same way he does. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TreyandSusan Posted February 3, 2015 Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 Use it every time we fuel up according to instructions. Double the amount in winter for longer term storage. Optilube XPD For most it must be ordered online - easy process no problem. We have a relatively older vehicle - 2001 Volvo Susan & Trey Selman | email | HDT: '01 770 VED12 | 5er: '02 40' Travel Supreme RLTSOA | '16 Piaggio MP3 500 | '15 Smart Cabrio | Personal Blog | HHRV Resource Guide | HHRV Campgrounds | Recreation Vehicle Safety & Education Foundation | Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nana25k Posted February 3, 2015 Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 We have been searching for one that has a biocide (algae killer) in it. We are in MS and cant find any even at the big truck stops. Guess we'll try on line Ron & LindaClass of 20072000 Monaco Diplomat 2005 Honda Element"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" Theodore Roosevelt"We can't control the wind, but we can adjust our sail""When man gave up his freedom to roam the earth, he gave up his soul for a conditioned ego that is bound by time and the fear of losing its attachments." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newt Posted February 3, 2015 Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 Ours is a daily driver. Therefore, there is no need for a fuel stabilizer. I do use CRC Diesel Therapy at every oil change. It' the same stuff (relabeled) that the Ram dealer sells. Newt 2012 HitchHiker Discover America 345 LKSB 2009 Dodge/Cummins LIVINGSTON TX Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BooneDocks Posted February 3, 2015 Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 I use a diesel fuel additive with every fuel additon. I use Algae-X AFC 705 Fuel Catalyst which provides a number of benefits. http://www.diesel-fuels.com/diesel-fuel/catalyst.php Presently MotorHomeLessFollow Our Full-Time Travels Through Our Blog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjhunter01 Posted February 3, 2015 Report Share Posted February 3, 2015 Might consider checking with the power train manufacture to see what they suggest for long term storage. Most manufactures suggest not adding any additive to the fuel unless you have a known problem. Greg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
justRich Posted February 4, 2015 Report Share Posted February 4, 2015 Use it every time we fuel up according to instructions. Double the amount in winter for longer term storage. Optilube XPD For most it must be ordered online - easy process no problem. We have arelatively older vehicle - 2001 Volvo X2 - Optilube "Summer Blend" which is a lot cheaper and provides superior lubricity compared to other products according to this study: Diesel Fuel Lubricity Additive Study Results ~Rich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marspec2003 Posted February 7, 2015 Report Share Posted February 7, 2015 I found the biocide at Tractor Supply. Chuck & LolaWVRetired USCG 2013 Ford F450/2013 Lifestyle 37RESL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nana25k Posted February 8, 2015 Report Share Posted February 8, 2015 I found the biocide at Tractor Supply. Thanks Chuck. I'll keep that in mind. We did find some at Kings,Inc in Pascagula. Ron & LindaClass of 20072000 Monaco Diplomat 2005 Honda Element"Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" Theodore Roosevelt"We can't control the wind, but we can adjust our sail""When man gave up his freedom to roam the earth, he gave up his soul for a conditioned ego that is bound by time and the fear of losing its attachments." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ronbo Posted February 8, 2015 Report Share Posted February 8, 2015 A friend has added a gallon of gasoline to a tank of diesel once a month to kill algae and prevent gelling. Also uses gas to start hard to start diesel engine places gas soaked rag over intake. Ron C. 2013 Dynamax Trilogy 3850 D3 2000 Kenworth T2000 Optimus Prime Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skp51443 Posted February 8, 2015 Report Share Posted February 8, 2015 Adding gas may be no problem but if you have one with an alcohol type additive it can eat your O rings and cost a bundle. Not sure which engines are impacted but my IH 530 had a BIG WARNING about it. First rule of computer consulting: Sell a customer a Linux computer and you'll eat for a day. Sell a customer a Windows computer and you'll eat for a lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lappir Posted February 8, 2015 Report Share Posted February 8, 2015 My brother said he would add some gas occasionally when he found the truck with gelled fuel on a cold morning. Wouldn't make a practice of it though. He did over the road for many years and probably hit all of the lower 48 in all of their various seasons. Rod White 2000/2010Volvo VNL 770 with 7' Drom box with opposing doors, JOST slider hitch. 600 HP Cummins Signature 18 Speed three pedal auto shift. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross retired to a sticks and bricks garage. Brought out of storage the summer of 2022 2022 Jeep Wrangler Sport S Two door hard top. 2007 Honda GL 1800 2013 Space Craft Mfg S420 Custom built Toyhauler The Gold Volvo is still running and being emptied in July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.