Chemical fuel additives don’t actually remove water from diesel the way mechanical systems do. They only manage water through two opposite methods: emulsifying it or separating it. 1. Emulsifiers / Dispersants (“Water Removers”) These break water into microscopic droplets and suspend them in the fuel. The water then passes through the system and is burned… Read more »
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Problems Caused by Water in Diesel Fuel and How to Prevent Them
Water is widely regarded as the #1 enemy of diesel systems. Even small amounts—especially free water—trigger a destructive chain reaction that affects tanks, fuel lines, pumps, injectors, and the engine itself. In essence, water doesn’t just sit harmlessly—it creates a snowball effect of degradation, especially in stored, standby, or infrequently used systems (generators, marine vessels,… Read more »
Contaminants on Engine Performance
Contaminants can have a significant impact on engine performance, whether it’s a gasoline or diesel engine. Here’s how various contaminants can affect engine performance: To mitigate the impact of contaminants on engine performance, regular maintenance is essential. This includes changing air, fuel, and oil filters at recommended intervals, using high-quality fuel and lubricants, flushing and… Read more »
Protect Your Stored Diesel Fuel: Prevent Contamination and Engine Damage
Protecting Stored Diesel Fuel from Contamination Diesel fuel starts to degrade and become contaminated within 28 days of storage. Typically, fuel can be stored 6–12 months, but without proper care, its quality will decline. To maximize storage life, many companies recommend: According to NFPA 110, diesel “Storage Life” is 1.5 to 2 years. Tanks should… 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 »
Top Causes of Diesel Engine Failure: Water Contamination & Fuel Degradation Explained
Do you drive a diesel vehicle, operate a boat, or rely on a standby generator? If so, preventing diesel engine failure should be a top priority. The good news: most failures are avoidable—if you understand the root causes and act early. Here are the two most common (and costly) threats to your diesel engine: 1…. Read more »
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