Use A Diesel Fuel Additive For Top Performance
The use of a diesel fuel additive can improve gas efficiency and reduce pollutants spewed into the air by vehicles on the road. There are a number of additive manufacturers currently producing these additives.
Diesel fuel tends to create more pollution than does regular gasoline. Government standards are becoming more stringent, so newer diesel engines burn cleaner. The many older engines on the road, however, including a great number of tractor trailer rigs, are some of the worst polluters in the nation. One of the worst substances produced is nitrous oxide, which is a known carcinogen. Fortunately, using a fuel additive can cut down greatly on the amount of nitrous oxide produced by diesel engines.
Additives are also valuable in that they make the fuel more efficient. Some additives increase gas mileage by 12 percent. While doing this, they also lubricate and protect the fuel injectors and pumps, extending the life of the engine. Here is a brief description of several diesel fuel additives on the market.
DurAult Diesel is an additive that costs about eight cents for every gallon treated. If it saves you 10 percent on gas consumption, you can save up to 30 cents per gallon of diesel fuel used. It is used in a ratio of 1 ounce to 23 gallons of diesel fuel. It's approved by the EPA and the Worldwide Fuel Charter. Another brand is Stanadyne. They produce a range of products for different needs. One is called "Winter 1000." One of the drawbacks of diesel fuel is that it tends to gel in cold weather. This is why big rigs and train engines are often left running during cold winter nights. Adding a bit of Winter 1000 can help that engine run better in cold weather. A 16-ounce bottle treats 120 gallons of fuel and costs $4.33. They also produce a Performance Formula and Performance Formula Junior. Another reason to use an additive in your diesel fuel is that in North America, fuel tends to be low in a certain component called cetane. Additives raise the amount of cetane in the fuel, giving better efficiency and mileage. In very cold weather, when temperatures drop below 14 degrees Fahrenheit, 4Plus Arctic is an appropriate diesel additive. In addition to cetane, which improves mileage and helps the engine start in cold weather, 4Plus Arctic contains detergents to keep the engine and fuel system clean. It also contains lubricants to extend the life of the upper cylinders, pumps, and turbochargers. It has stabilizers that improve the performance of the fuel after storage. A 16-ounce bottle costs about $14 (Canadian). BioArmor is a diesel fuel conditioning additive that enhances the lubricity of the fuel. It is made from agricultural oils and is 100 percent biodegradable. It improves gas mileage and pulling power, while cutting down on engine knock and exhaust emissions. It is good to add to low sulfur fuels because it reduces the wear and tear on the engine which these fuels can cause. It costs about $9 (Canadian) for a 16-ounce bottle.
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