Very handy fuel additive dispenser/container idea

Do you hate figuring out how to dispense fuel additive from large mouth 2.98L containers into your fuel tank?

The other day I was at the supermarket picking up some groceries and I somehow came up with an idea for a new fuel additive dispenser idea. I used to use washed and dried Coke bottles to store fuel additive in the trunk (it's impossible to pour additive from a 2.98L jug of Power Service directly into the tank).

Since the Coke bottle had such a small opening it was a big pain in the rear and messy to use a small funnel to get the additive from the big jug into the Coke bottle.

So, I decided to pick up a Rubbermaid "Sipp 'n Sport" #3162 bottle. It has a leakproof, fold-down "straw" at the top for sipping beverages.

I bought one for a couple bucks, and just pulled out the plastic straw inside. The bottle holds 1 US quart (945 mL) of fluid and has a very large, jam jar style mouth. Just pour the additive from the big jug directly into the bottle -- no funnel, no mess.

I simply removed the label and wrote in big bold letters "FUEL ADDITIVE, do not drink" on the bottle, put it in a big plastic bag, with a few paper towels for opening/closing the top dispenser "strawlet", and put it in the cubby in my trunk.

Now storing additive in your car and dispensing it has never been easier!

Better check it often to make sure it's not breaking down from the powerservice.

An interesting idea, and I hope it works well for you, but do be aware that diesel fuel and especially additives such as PowerService or biodiesel may attack the plastic. All plastics are not equal in this sort of application. Monitor the container closely for evidence of swelling, hazing, or other signs of degradation, lest you find the interior of your car stinking really badly one day.

Along those same lines, you could use a glass-lined insulated coffee thermos container with the same kind of spigot thingy on the lid. You wouldn't need to worry about the plastic reacting with the additive and have the same convienience.

Speaking of ideas, why not take the approach that "bigger is better"? Just an idea, but why not get a 5-gal fuel container, fill with your favorite diesel, and put your additive in there?. If you want 5 tank treatments, then add 5 "servings" of additive. Then, before you refuel just add a gallon from that container to your tank. It might just be easier to handle the larger container, than futzing around with a small bottle. Just for fun, you could even use biodiesel and have a nice conditioner/additive mix.

Also, check out WalMart or other stores that carry camping gear. They have aluminum camp stove fuel bottles, about 24 ounce capacity, with a gasketed lid. They are made to stand up to white gas and kerosene, so I'm pretty sure they'll hold up to diesel or additives. It'll cost you about $5. The ones I've seen are Coleman brand and are painted red.

I buy the small 16 oz. size PowerService at Pep Boys. I later save the empty 16 oz. bottle and use it to measure out 4-8 oz. of PowerService from a larger 32 oz. or 96 oz. bottle. The side of the 16 oz. bottle is clear and has the graduations to help measure out the right amount.

I know there's no issue with PS attacking the plastic since it's already intended for PS. I also don't carry the PS in the car. I simply add the PS when I get home after refueling.

I've found the best bottles for measuring/dispensing PowerService are....16 oz. size PowerService bottles!

~ n1das

I use an old Stabil 32 oz container. Has one of those peggy backed measuring/dispensing tanks molded into the bottle.

I just dump in like 15 gallons of biodiesel and say screw it!

I use a 4 ounce ryobi 2 cycle engine oil bottle for the measurement.

are we in the 21st century or not. Why can't Powerservice come up with a decent reusable spout and sell it as an extra?? We're never going to achieve warp drive at this rate!!!!

Deception: Good idea, but I'd be cautious about the plastic disintegrating with the additive. You should be using a container that can handle these chemicals. I use an old HDPE 2 container. It's under the recycle stamp on the bottom of the container or written in the middle of the recycle logo.

HTH,
Harry.

Fuel additive dispenser

Hi, noticed the thread was a little old, but if you are looking for a fuel additive dispenser you should try an EZYPOR. Easy, clean and fast, made in 3 sizes so and should fit most fuel additive bottles.

glass with metal lid, holds 3 "shots" plus is great marrinde on steak tips and chicken

AVE_ENG said:

Better check it often to make sure it's not breaking down from the powerservice.

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I'm using the Rubbermaid bottle already for 3 years an it hasn't broken down yet.

I use an old Lucas injector cleaner bottle ! It holds almost 6oz of powerservice and has the long skinny neck perfect for the tank.

Opti-Lube XPD dispenser

During the summer, I bought a gallon of Opti-Lube XPD from the manufacturer and it was shipped to me. Wasn't the cheapest shtuff in the world, but through this board I was impressed with the studies that have compared it to others. The gallon dispenser comes with a hand pumper top. They give you a fuel-approved clear plastic bottle that holds up to 12 oz of additive, and the day before I head out and know I need to re-fuel, I pump 7-8 oz of additive into the bottle. When re-fueling, I put the additive in first, so the fuel mixes with it as the tank fills.

Works like a champ. Can't tell you how many people see me doing that at the pump here in Texas, and they ask: (1) How do you like your diesel? and (2) why do you add additive? My answer is always the same for both ... "longevity" ... I hope to be driving my A3 in 2031!

From: http://forums.tdiclub.com/showthread.php?p=2772244#post2772244

maroonfrog1 said:

During the summer, I bought a gallon of Opti-Lube XPD <snip> They give you a fuel-approved clear plastic bottle that holds up to 12 oz of additive

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Unless you got a different bottle, that little clear bottle is officially an 8 oz bottle. Or I've been putting in too much additive.

I measured it in the interim bottle they gave you (the one with the measurement marks on the side). Additionally, that "pump" is approximately one ounce per pump, and it only takes about 8 pumps to fill up my dispenser bottle.

Edited to add quote from their site:

XPD Diesel Fuel Improver--1 Gallon (128 ounces)
Includes Dispensing Pump, 16oz Graduated Dispensing Bottle, 8oz Dispensing Bottle
(Treats up to 500 gallons of diesel fuel) more info

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Not trying to rub your nose in it, but if you fill that dispenser thinking it's 12 ounces and then "eyeball it" like I do you may be putting in less than you think. I've got it down to about 3-4/oz per fill up--so about half the bottle.

Holy thread from the past!

I leave the whole big jug in the trunk using the webbing to hold it up.

I dump in too much and say, that ought to do it, then motor on.

I bought two 4 oz Nalgene bottles from REI for $1.70 each then a small Sterilite clip box (model 1969) that holds the two bottles perfectly. I can put it in the small compartment in my trunk with the bottles upright. Nice wide neck to put the sauce in from the bigger container and a easy, quick dump into the tank...

rossco said:

Hi, noticed the thread was a little old, but if you are looking for a fuel additive dispenser you should try an EZYPOR. Easy, clean and fast, made in 3 sizes so and should fit most fuel additive bottles.

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In USA : http://www.ezyporusa.com/

I'm thinking of trying this out, but none will fit Power Service 16oz and up bottles. It looks as if the 28 mm size will fit the XPD 32oz.

http://www.freundcontainer.com/product.asp_Q_pn_E_3319B01_A_cn_E_36

Get the barrier lined version. I bought 6 of the 8 oz variety and I keep them in the trunk. The HDPE is compatible with the chemicals and the barrier lining keep the odor within the container. I tried various other containers and bottles but eventually the strong fuel like odor would emanate - especially during the hot months.

Hands down best bottle you can get if you wish to store this stuff in your tank.

Tide rolls over Aggie

Grievous Angel said:

Unless you got a different bottle, that little clear bottle is officially an 8 oz bottle. Or I've been putting in too much additive.

I measured it in the interim bottle they gave you (the one with the measurement marks on the side). Additionally, that "pump" is approximately one ounce per pump, and it only takes about 8 pumps to fill up my dispenser bottle.

Edited to add quote from their site:

Not trying to rub your nose in it, but if you fill that dispenser thinking it's 12 ounces and then "eyeball it" like I do you may be putting in less than you think. I've got it down to about 3-4/oz per fill up--so about half the bottle.

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You're right. I eyeball my XPD dose (approx. 70% full in the EIGHT ounce bottle I said was 12) -- so I suppose I've been putting in 5 or 6 oz. in my A3's tank. Thanks for the clarification. This has me thinking: does the engine treat the additive the way my body treats excess vitamin C -- the excess goes out the waste plumbing?

I use this; it has a diesel label on it and it holds 3 oz.

http://forums.tdiclub.com/showthread.php?t=291894

maroonfrog1 said:

You're right. I eyeball my XPD dose (approx. 70% full in the EIGHT ounce bottle I said was 12) -- so I suppose I've been putting in 5 or 6 oz. in my A3's tank. Thanks for the clarification. This has me thinking: does the engine treat the additive the way my body treats excess vitamin C -- the excess goes out the waste plumbing?

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No one knows how these additives will affect the VW CR engines. We just don't have enough accumulated miles to know.

DPF issues aren't happening yet, except for the random defective one.

maroonfrog1 said:

You're right. I eyeball my XPD dose (approx. 70% full in the EIGHT ounce bottle I said was 12) -- so I suppose I've been putting in 5 or 6 oz. in my A3's tank. Thanks for the clarification. This has me thinking: does the engine treat the additive the way my body treats excess vitamin C -- the excess goes out the waste plumbing?

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If you've been thinking the bottle held more, you've been putting in less than you thought, not more. In your mind, half of your bottle was 6 ounces when in fact it was only 4.

I would be more worried about your HPFP at this point being additive starved , than your DPF being polluted.

I kid, of course.

NewTdi said:

I use this; it has a diesel label on it and it holds 3 oz.

http://forums.tdiclub.com/showthread.php?t=291894

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Actually it is close to 2.5 fl.oz as 1 fl. oz. = 29.5735295625 ml

What is the height of the bottle and do you have a source?

McBrew said:

Also, check out WalMart or other stores that carry camping gear. They have aluminum camp stove fuel bottles, about 24 ounce capacity, with a gasketed lid. They are made to stand up to white gas and kerosene, so I'm pretty sure they'll hold up to diesel or additives. It'll cost you about $5. The ones I've seen are Coleman brand and are painted red.

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+ 1 been using them for years

Gee..I've just been re-using the 12 Stanadyne Perf. Form. bottles...as long as the silly foil "seal" (which doesn't!) doesn't fall into the tank...

Weird...pouring OptiLube into the tank, while I'm advertising for stanadyne...