At 34°F, you begin to see the start of the gelling process and fuel starts to get cloudy. By 15°F, it gets worse and full on gelling has got you, which will block filters and stop you on the spot. To avoid diesel fuel from gelling is to use an anti-gel fuel additive. Anti-gels drop… Read more »
Category: Diesel Fuel Problems
Gasoline in Diesel Fuel – Risks, Symptoms & Testing
What Happens if Gasoline Gets in a Diesel Fuel Tank? Gasoline in diesel fuel alters the fuel’s chemistry, causing serious engine problems. Mixing gasoline with diesel: Symptoms of Gasoline in Diesel Fuel How to Know for Sure If you suspect gasoline has been added to your diesel tank, the only way to confirm is to… Read more »
My Diesel Fuel is Black – Causes and Solutions
The color of fuel indicates the fuels age or bacteria growth. The dark color is coming from one or the other. To fix old diesel remove the water first. Less than 50 gallons of fuel consider Mr Funnel to remove the water. Once the water is gone he can then filter out the solids. BUT… Read more »
Fuel Polishing for Diesel Fuel: Remove Contamination and Protect Engines
Fuel polishing is the process used to clean diesel fuel stored in tanks by removing water, sediment, and microbial contamination. Over time, stored fuel can accumulate contaminants if it isn’t tested and treated regularly. Common Issues in Stored Diesel Fuel Stored fuel can develop: Any of these contaminants can lead to engine failure at the… Read more »
Diesel Fuel Water & DEF Test Kit – Detect Contamination Quickly
If your diesel engine isn’t running properly, someone may have accidentally pumped DEF into the fuel tank. This can cause serious engine problems—but you don’t have to guess. With the Diesel Fuel Water or DEF Test Kit (#DEF-1), you can test for contamination quickly, safely, and easily. Features of the DEF-1 Test Kit Kit Includes:… Read more »
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