Cetane booster
Tuned
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Stanadyne for the win. Bosch CP4 fuel pumps are more sensitive than a pre pubescent teen as they were not designed for American diesel. One tank of bad fuel and it will grenade costing upwards of $10K. Ask me how I know. Cheap insurance and peace of mind.
Tuned
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From: Salt Lake City UT
Which one? There are 5....
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Blue is all season, so it includes anti-gel as part of the package. There is a red label for use at above 40 degrees. Along with the performance formula I also use their dedicated lubricity additive ( at a reduced rate ), a little insurance to help prevent a problem. So basically I am mixing my own premium fuel when I fill up by using these additives. You may not notice much, if any of a performance gain with higher cetane, but the engine should run a bit quieter and smoother because cetane rating affects the burn of the fuel. Higher cetane equates to a cleaner and more complete burn,which in turn deposits less soot into the EGR and DPF. Biodiesel fuel also adds cetane and lubricity. Just make sure you buy it from a reputable supplier. Ask them if their biodiesel meets ASTM specifications.
Tuned
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From: Salt Lake City UT
Blue is all season, so it includes anti-gel as part of the package. There is a red label for use at above 40 degrees. Along with the performance formula I also use their dedicated lubricity additive ( at a reduced rate ), a little insurance to help prevent a problem. So basically I am mixing my own premium fuel when I fill up by using these additives. You may not notice much, if any of a performance gain with higher cetane, but the engine should run a bit quieter and smoother because cetane rating affects the burn of the fuel. Higher cetane equates to a cleaner burn,which in turn deposits less soot into the EGR and DPF. Biodiesel fuel also adds cetane and lubricity. Just make sure you buy it from a reputable supplier.
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You can use the blue all year, however I prefer not to run anti-gel during warmer temps. So, when the weather starts to change for the better it's safe to switch to the warm weather formula. If in doubt, you can always use the blue label which is all season. Stanadyne manufactures diesel fuel systems, I feel safe running their products. Also, because Ford runs a dedicated water separator, ( primary fuel filter down near the fuel tank) the demulsifiers in the additive help separate water and help the filter do it's job. Enjoy your new truck, take good care of it and get to know your powerstroke tech at your dealer real good. Have conversations with him/her and don't be afraid to ask questions about the 6.7. And don't baby it, don't neglect it but remember the powertrain is designed to work. Let it stretch it's legs whenever possible ( as you try to avoid the law on long stretches of highway LOL). This piece of advice coming from every powerstroke tech I've met and talked to.
Sorry I rambled on, yes blue in winter, red in summer. Sheesh, sometimes I talk too much. Must be the Italian in me.
Sorry I rambled on, yes blue in winter, red in summer. Sheesh, sometimes I talk too much. Must be the Italian in me.
Tuned
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From: Salt Lake City UT
You can use the blue all year, however I prefer not to run anti-gel during warmer temps. So, when the weather starts to change for the better it's safe to switch to the warm weather formula. If in doubt, you can always use the blue label which is all season. Stanadyne manufactures diesel fuel systems, I feel safe running their products. Also, because Ford runs a dedicated water separator, ( primary fuel filter down near the fuel tank) the demulsifiers in the additive help separate water and help the filter do it's job. Enjoy your new truck, take good care of it and get to know your powerstroke tech at your dealer real good. Have conversations with him/her and don't be afraid to ask questions about the 6.7. And don't baby it, don't neglect it but remember the powertrain is designed to work. Let it stretch it's legs whenever possible ( as you try to avoid the law on long stretches of highway LOL). This piece of advice coming from every powerstroke tech I've met and talked to.
Sorry I rambled on, yes blue in winter, red in summer. Sheesh, sometimes I talk too much. Must be the Italian in me.
Sorry I rambled on, yes blue in winter, red in summer. Sheesh, sometimes I talk too much. Must be the Italian in me.
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I purchase it locally from Midwest Fuel Injection, a company who sells and services diesel fuel systems. I generally buy it by the case and that gets me a bit of a price break. I normally get the 16 oz bottles. You may find it at some major auto parts stores, not sure if they will sell it by the case though. I have seen other members on the forum order some additives on line, maybe Amazon?
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Tuned
Joined: Nov 2018
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From: Salt Lake City UT
I purchase it locally from Midwest Fuel Injection, a company who sells and services diesel fuel systems. I generally buy it by the case and that gets me a bit of a price break. I normally get the 16 oz bottles. You may find it at some major auto parts stores, not sure if they will sell it by the case though. I have seen other members on the forum order some additives on line, maybe Amazon?
Laughing Gas
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From: Lansing MI
I buy the performance formula in the 16oz bottles, 12 bottles to a case. Normally around 90 dollars shipped (88.99 last order from Amazon)
8oz per 30 gallons (the 16oz bottle is marked at the 8oz level), so each bottle treats two fill-ups with the 34 gallon tank (which only takes 28 gallons at the pump), so that is 24 tanks of fuel, or $3.75 per tank.
8oz per 30 gallons (the 16oz bottle is marked at the 8oz level), so each bottle treats two fill-ups with the 34 gallon tank (which only takes 28 gallons at the pump), so that is 24 tanks of fuel, or $3.75 per tank.
Tuned
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From: Bend, Oregon
Blue is all season, so it includes anti-gel as part of the package. There is a red label for use at above 40 degrees. Along with the performance formula I also use their dedicated lubricity additive ( at a reduced rate ), a little insurance to help prevent a problem. So basically I am mixing my own premium fuel when I fill up by using these additives. You may not notice much, if any of a performance gain with higher cetane, but the engine should run a bit quieter and smoother because cetane rating affects the burn of the fuel. Higher cetane equates to a cleaner and more complete burn,which in turn deposits less soot into the EGR and DPF. Biodiesel fuel also adds cetane and lubricity. Just make sure you buy it from a reputable supplier. Ask them if their biodiesel meets ASTM specifications.
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Tony - I use the Performance Formula year round and would like to start using the dedicated Lubricity Formula also. I see that you use it at a reduced rate. Any suggestions as to what dosage you've found to be the best when using it with the other Stanadyne fuel products?
Tuned
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From: Bend, Oregon
Thanks. I ordered a few bottles this morning and will add it along with Performance Formula at each fill up.
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I told my powerstroke tech about the added lubricity and he agrees it's a good idea.
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From: Florida
Best lubrication and cleaning additive I've ever used (as well as the cheapest) is automatic transmission fluid. I recently sold a 2001 Chevy with a Caterpillar 3126 with over 18,000 hours on it. About once every month or two the injectors would start tapping. I'd throw a half quart of ATF in the tank at fillup and within a couple days the injectors were quiet again. Original injectors, never removed or serviced.
I use ATF in all my diesels on a semi regular basis as a preventative measure. Duramax, International DT466, Ford 7.3 (technically an International also), Cummins, they all get a shot of ATF.
I use ATF in all my diesels on a semi regular basis as a preventative measure. Duramax, International DT466, Ford 7.3 (technically an International also), Cummins, they all get a shot of ATF.