Diesel Spoiling

[jims-terrano]

Sorry can’t think of a better description but I know I’ve heard about it. How long before diesel fuel is spoiled when sat in a vehicle not being used. Basically the project truck has been off the road since mid September and it has half a tank of fuel more than likely supermarket fuel. Does the weather make any difference to its life span. It’s probably going to be at least another month before it goes for MOT which I’m guessing isn’t going to help.

 

[solarman216]

No worries there diesel does not die like petrol, last for years, Rick

 

[jims-terrano]

Thought there was some kind of diesel bug or something?

 

[Davey Boy]

I've heard of the organisms in diesel festering over time also.:nenau

 

[solarman216]

Yes the bug is real and a right bar steward to get rid of if you get it, but your tank needs to get "infected" it does not just happen, it is much more predominant on the waterways than on road fuel, worry not, Rick

 

[Lazy-Ferret]

Our diesel T1 sat in the drive with 1/4 tank for 3 years, and always started first turn.

 

[Davey Boy]

Yes the bug is real and a right bar steward to get rid of if you get it, but your tank needs to get "infected" it does not just happen, it is much more predominant on the waterways than on road fuel, worry not, Rick

Thanks Rick, that's reassuring, as mine is sat outside waiting for its new clutch/flywheel figment in January at the moment.

Compliments of the season to you and yours!:thumbs

 

[jims-terrano]

Yeah good news indeed, thanks for the advice.