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Hey Everyone. What are your thoughts on using Bio-Diesel from the pumps at local Truck stop in my 6.2L M1009 CUCV ?
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eric_banks32
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over time it will break down the rubber in the fuel system. If you replace the hoses with Viton or similar and keep a spare filter on board it would be fine. Theres an alternative fuel section on this site that would yield more info
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Thanks for the help.
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The above is not true for biodiesel from the PUMPS as it is up to ASTM standards and neutral pH. HOWEVER it will clean ALL the crap out of your tank and you will most likely plug your filter immediately. Just so you know. Any biodiesel made at home is likely NOT washed thus not neutral pH and is very basic and thereby will cause removal of all rubber components it touches over time. New viton lines are recommended for your truck anyway. If you replace them then you have no worries. B100 is like rocket fuel in my Benz.
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Good to know about this bio-diesel, I've been contemplating it myself but it looks like I will have to replace all my lines with Viton ones, which I have never heard of. Looks like I'm off to spend more money!
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Unless it specifically states it is natural rubber then it's probably viton if it's new
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don't let it sit around too long I did and I have to drop my tank use it with in 3-6 months