So, what temps will modern #1 and 2 diesel fuel gel at? I’ve researched it and seems the consensus is 32-34F. What temp will off road diesel fuel gel at? I’m no diesel expert and want to know more so near with me.
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Power Service white bottle here in the mountains of northern Vermont.Question for folks that have tractors, etc they use on their property: what do you folks do to prevent felling? Thank You all
Power Service white bottle at the recommended ratio starting around the end of October and run it for a bit. Tractor might sit for a minute till we get enough snow to blow or plow.Question for folks that have tractors, etc they use on their property: what do you folks do to prevent felling? Thank You all
This was the temperature on my property the other night, the lowest I’ve seen in years, and that’s before wind chill. PS white bottle double dosed in the system and had zero issues:
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#2 ULSD: has maximum cloud points during the winter seasons based on the average temperatures. Based on some testing done winter, I've seen cloud points as low as -15F and as high as +24F, it depends on the geographical location and refinery supplying the terminal. To your point about the consensus of 32-34F, this is highly unlikely the waxes in diesel will start to cause issues. However, water's freeze point is 32F. And EVERY gallon of diesel fuel contains water. So treating at least when temps get down below 32F is going to help prevent water from freezing.So, what temps will modern #1 and 2 diesel fuel gel at? I’ve researched it and seems the consensus is 32-34F. What temp will off road diesel fuel gel at? I’m no diesel expert and want to know more so near with me.
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I’m not a farmer or fleet or owner. Just wondered this was all#2 ULSD: has maximum cloud points during the winter seasons based on the average temperatures. Based on some testing done winter, I've seen cloud points as low as -15F and as high as +24F, it depends on the geographical location and refinery supplying the terminal. To your point about the consensus of 32-34F, this is highly unlikely the waxes in diesel will start to cause issues. However, water's freeze point is 32F. And EVERY gallon of diesel fuel contains water. So treating at least when temps get down below 32F is going to help prevent water from freezing.
#1 ULSD: typically has a cloud point of -40F or below. At least in the areas that use #1 ULSD.
Telling you the temperature that off-road diesel will gel at is difficult without knowing what part of the country you are in. It is the exact same as #2 ULSD in all characteristics except for color so wouldn't matter if Clear or Dyed. But if you are able to give me a general area of the country, I could help determine the temperature issues could begin with/without an additive. Also, if you could provide if you are a farmer, O/O, have a fleet, etc., that would be great as well.
*Information explanation:
- Cloud Point: The temperature at which the waxes in diesel fuel will begin their crystallization process and the fuel will become visually 'cloudy.' In most cases, the higher the cloud point means the more waxes there are, the lower the cloud point, the lower the waxes. More wax in a diesel fuel typically means the more chance for winter issues unless properly treated with an additive.