I looked in the archives but didn't find an answer to the following question:
Can I put Straight Veggi Oil (SVO) into my 2.2 NA tank in a 40% mixture, assuming the outside air temperature will not cause the solution to gel?
I plan on filtering the food particles (and any other biologics out).
Eric

Not to frighten you, but have a look at this:
http://biodiesel.infopop.cc/eve/ubb.x/a/tpc/f/159605551/m/563103245
That poor guy had nothing but trouble running an unheated blend.

That site's forum has got loads of excellent information on SVO and biodiesel -- check it out.

http://biodiesel.infopop.cc

Wow!
I currently have sufficient work to do without making some sort of mess in my fuel tank, lines and filter.
Guess I'll stick with DF2 for the moment.
THanks for the steer.
Eric

Veggie oil, in your case, SVO, can be mixed in any ratios with regular diesel although I wouldn't recommend it. Biodiesel can be mixed in any ratio with little concern, other than clouding in cool weather. The problem is the make up of straight SVO can cause problems, if it's not heated or processed to change the properties of it.

We have been making biodiesel, (processed SVO), since last summer and running it in blends up to 100%. It's great stuff.

Anyone interested in alternative fuels should check it out, whether SVO, Biodiesel or whatever. You need to decide what works for you.

Making biodiesel's not as complicated as first appears. It costs about $200 to make a processor and about 60 cents per gallon to make. It's probably cheaper to get set up than the dual tank method to heat and run SVO.

Yes, there are dangerous chemicals you work with which you must consider,(Sodium Hydroxide mixture, LYE, i.e. Drano ) and Methanol. However, there are chemicals we use working on vehicles in our garage that can be just as dangerous.

I am not in the business, although my son is, but I'm not here to promote him. If he wants to be a sponsor on this site, then he can promote himself. However, I think most people can just buy stuff they need locally and produce their own product, whether it is biodiesel, SVO, greasel or whatever.

If anyone is interested in this, you may contact me directly or start a post.

Max

Max,
THank you. That helps clear up some of my confusion.
Two of my neighboors have diesle and I'll be talking to them about setting up a bio-diesel set up.
THanks to all who took time to answer and poat.
Keep smoking!
:-)
Eric

I am testing using WVO in my 2.2 now. I have been reading, testing this project for about a year. So far I have about 400 miles on the test. I hope to be able to provide a very detail report on what is required to use WVO in the trucks that have the 2.2 in them. The report would have pic's and details of how to modify the existing systems as well as how to build a good setup for pre filtering. I have put a lot of thought into each step to get the very best result using a lot parts that can be easily found from salvaged parts. I am wondering, would there be interest in purchasing this report when I finish with the testing. I am thinking about 30 bucks.
James <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" />

Another thought on going the biodiesel way...

It can be run in any diesel engine without any modifications, just pour it in and go. However, it is highly solvent and may loosen anything you might have in an older fuel system.

The owner of a trucking company who hauls our train fuel said he had a truck quit with a plugged filter after running some for about 3 hours. He's just hauled a load and cleaned out several gallons of it and put it into his truck. We don't know for sure it it was coincidence or not, as sometimes the filters aren't changed regularly and they probably dump alot of 'bottom of the tank' in the trucks tank.

Just a thought on for what it's worth.

Good luck everyone on whatever you do.

Max

Yes,
I'd be interested in your report.
Before and after information would be helpful as well as the composition of the fuel (straight , bio, WVO, or whatever) you used.
Fuel milage is not a big concern, as I already know what that is for my truck (and I doubt it would be any worse given al alternate fuel). However the modifications and the technical risks are a specific area of info I'd like to know about.
Thank you.
Eric

All last Summer I ran Bio 100 (100% biodiesel) in my '86 Trooper TD with zero problems. Ran 4 or 5 tanks at least before switching back to dino diesel in the fall. On bio diesel the Trooper ran quieter, produced less smoke and had a bizarre odor from the exhaust. I loved it! Currently I run bio 80 but the next fill up will be with bio 100. There was no difference in power or milage or starting ability.