BioDiesel'
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Update:
I hit 200K total bd and WVO/SVO miles!!
180K on WVO/SVO blend, 50-90%.
http://ctbiodzl.freeshell.org/votdi.html
The kit: original Elsbett single tank but for inoperative fuel filter heater. wiring went bad, only miss it in winter.
See my drivers log for a complete detailed documentation of my experiences.
The car: only fuel related problems were a 3rd injector w needle lift sensor that went bad at ~240K miles. And there is something weak in the fuel quantity adjuster, I get a CEL on cold start-up. If the fuel is really thick it might go into limp mode. Other than that it runs great, like new.
Overall: replaced cam followers at 180K total after a cyl head repair. 4 were slightly worn.
gets ~3K miles per quart of crankcase oil. Starts on first try in < 1 sec, as long as fuel not too thick. If too thick needs help with ether squirt or tablespoon of gasoline in the intake and some hand pumping of the ball pump. The cyl head intake was cleaned when the cyl head was out for repairs. The EGR valve has never been cleaned except hand wiping with a rag on the inside. The inter cooler has never been cleaned. All other equipment is original including the fuel injection pump, and 3 of 4 injectors.
Still can get 45 mpg on veggie blend.
Hard to keep track but saved ~$15K so far, relative to my old Stratus gasser or a bd fueled TDI.
Tips: getting 20K miles per fuel filter now that I double cold filter @ 1um, and use a BioMedic from Lucas. 1 gallon jug is $80 but lasts years.
Jim
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