MOS2 in fuel tank?

[Olas]

Originally Posted By: Garak
At least some gasolines already have friction modifiers.


Do you know if the coefficient of friction of those FM adds in fuels is higher or lower than that of MOS2 when subject to the same conditions?

 

[Garak]

No idea. And I'm sure trying to obtain this information from Shell or Esso would be like pulling teeth.

I'm not even sure what friction modifiers they're using, let alone how much they actually accomplish.

 

[Olas]

Originally Posted By: Garak
No idea. And I'm sure trying to obtain this information from Shell or Esso would be like pulling teeth.

I'm not even sure what friction modifiers they're using, let alone how much they actually accomplish.


No bother. Thanks, though, I thought you of all people would know or have figured out what they use..

 

[Garak]

Oh, not me. I'm sure that's relatively well guarded. I'm fairly certain Esso is using friction modifiers in their fuel, too. Then again, maybe most big names are, and just don't make a song and dance about it. Gumout mentioned in their Q&S that their All in One HM Regane has friction modifiers. I believe Red Line SI-1 does, too. I suppose this is where we always have to watch what we spend. If Shell or Esso fuels are cost competitive where you are, that's always something to consider. If one really wishes to use an additive, I'd be tempted to stick to something designed for the purpose, and we do know, at least, that Red Line and Regane are useful products, friction modifiers or not.