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briggie
10-10-2010, 10:41
the idea here is to post information /opinions/practical advice on the use of alternative fuels :thumb2
Adz
10-10-2010, 10:54
Ya beat me to it :lol :augie :doh

http://www.nissan4x4ownersclub.com/forum/showthread.php?t=9778

Although both different but the same in a round a bout way :rolleyes: :thumbs
briggie
10-10-2010, 10:57
obviously there are many more avenues of thought regarding the use of alternative fuels , the idea is to provide information and advice to those members considering the use of alternative fuels , so they can make a informed decision
Adz
10-10-2010, 11:06
:clap
zippy656
10-10-2010, 11:19
http://www.vegetableoildiesel.co.uk/forum/misc.php?action=login
a place to look and learn
11redrex
10-10-2010, 11:30
good one.

I use new veg oil and diesel mixed, not sure of the exact quantities but probably 30'/, svo. No problems so far.
Veg oil is cheaper than diesel, makes less pollution, and smells better. 3 good reasons to use it.
If the fitter at my work is right my fuel pump is going to break due to lack of lubrication. I'll cross that bridge when I come to it.
Adz
10-10-2010, 11:51
If the fitter at my work is right my fuel pump is going to break due to lack of lubrication. I'll cross that bridge when I come to it.

:doh :nono

:question You won't want to fork out for a 2nd hand or new fuel pump :banghead

Wake some 2 stroke oil in it for lubrication :thumbs
11redrex
10-10-2010, 12:09
Might just try that. I've been using petrol redex which has similar properties to 2 stroke oil.
I can remember when the garage near me had a redex pump on the wall for 2 stroke oil. It was right near the 2 star petrol pump !
Adz
10-10-2010, 14:52
I will wake in 2 stroke once i get back on bio & or veggie & i do know that 2 stroke oil will do jack diddly in damage terms to ya pump :thumbs It will however help lubricate it :thumbs
Even if running on just pump diesel it wouldn't hurt to expand the life of the pump :thumbs
larson
10-10-2010, 15:07
ffs i need to stop reading these post. first they had me putting veg oil in and now im off to buy two stroke.... all i need now is some cant to do a lenthy post about how a 2inch lift kit makes the fuel pumps last longer and im nacked:lol
Adz
10-10-2010, 15:32
By lifting your 4x4 2" by shock's or body lift will expand your engine & especially your fuel pump's lifespan :augie :lol :lol :lol
(RIP) PLANK
10-10-2010, 17:51
it's interesting but,the environmental effects of veg oil are a contentious issue, many 'experts' believe their environmental impact may be 5 times worse than fossil fuel (in a ver short form it is about the colateral methane emmisions fomr rotting plant material), but they are more sustainable (i.e. less likely to run out) so you may save a few pennies but you wont save the planet :confused:
larson
10-10-2010, 19:43
i recon i only need the planet for 30 more years at best:lol:lol

sod everybody else
(RIP) PLANK
10-10-2010, 19:46
:jesterbgi recon i only need the planet for 30 more years at best:lol:lol

sod everybody else
makeitfit
10-10-2010, 20:01
I wish people would consider washing themselves less :o
The environment is suffering more from everyone washing morning AND night for no good reason, and having the audacity to use soap and shampoo and that with bloody palm oil in it:doh
NOW STOP IT :( please.