Bob,
first, we need to be clear about whether we're talking about LSD (Low
Sulfur Diesel), or ULSD (ULTRA Low Sulfur Diesel). (i didn't see a thread about
LSD, only ULSD...)
whether or not we have "something to worry about" doesn't seem to be clear
to everyone yet, but many seem to think that just mixing in even a small bit of
BioD will address any concerns with regard to lubricity. frankly, i can't see
where there's
much to worry about, since most of the rest of the world has been using ULSD
for years already. in any case, like it or not, ULSD is finally coming our way,
and that's all we're going to be able to get in a few more years.
that sticker was printed up with the idea that it's going to be there for a
few years, so they worded it so that they don't have to replace it next year.
that sticker you quote is on a LSD pump (not a ULSD pump), and will be
required for a few years since there's allowed to be *both* LSD and ULSD out
there for a few years still. 2007 and later Clean Diesel vehicles require the
use of only ULSD as
LSD may cause damage to some of the emissions componentry, so they need to put
stickers on the pumps that are not ULSD for the benefit of the people that have
the new diesels that will require ULSD.
cheers!
e
Bob Rentfro wrote:
> Now that that new fuel is out there, I've heard several dudes at the
> workplace say they are starting to see leaks develop, lots more black
> smokin', etc. A vast majority of these guys have pre Powerchoke Fords (the
> 7.0 I think).
>
> Is this to be expected? Is this a big co-inky-dink? If I missed the low
> sulfer fuel thread, I'm sorry but do we have something to worry about? I have
> read some engines may need additives, but that infor was put out by companies
> who make additives.
>
> I finally read the sticker on the fuel pump at Loves last night and it read.
> in part:
> "Can't use this fuel in a 2007 or later engine."
>
> Who's out there driving a 2008 vehicle already?
>
> Bob Rentfro
