Posted by John 37A on September 18, 2012 at 16:26:09 from (69.223.129.176):
In Reply to: home made diesel posted by ken house on September 18, 2012 at 10:30:38:
Most new diesels are rated for biodiesel. I will agree, however, that if economics are your goal, then the depreciation alone of a newer truck will rule it out. Also in aggreance about the simplicity of older diesel engine injection systems, most especially Dodges from 89-93 and from 94-98.
Furthermore, the light chassis of the older Dodges (89-93) will allow for an increase in fuel mileage, although you are giving up some creature comforts and trailer-pulling ability.
The problem with older diesel trucks lies in the fuel lines, rather than the injection systems, when switching to biodiesel. Many of the hoses and O-rings will not withstand the properties of biodiesel. You will have more fuel leaks and possibly clog filters with fuel line parts and stored up dirt from 20+ years of work.
The simplest answer here would be to replace all fuel lines and drop the tank for a good cleaning before running biodiesel.
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