Carrying deisel additives
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Carrying deisel additives
Howdy with this cold weather heading across the country I figured I would carry some diesel additive to keep it from gelling while I was traveling. I bought a large bottle of Howes to add to my tank. I really don't want to carry the large bottle so I figure I would get some 8OZ bottles to carry with me. Anybody else doing this and what type bottles are you using?
Is this a good idea?
Thanks
Mike
Is this a good idea?
Thanks
Mike
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I'm reusing some Amsoil 8 oz bottles and some 16oz thick plastic ice tea bottles, i buy the additive in quart bottles and put it in smaller bottles. BTW the ice tea bottles are probably 3-4 years old and never had one leak.
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I have carried emptied and dried water bottles with a pre metered amount of additive in them to treat my tanks of fuel as I fill up along my travels. I only let my tank get down to a quarter tank, and I based my metering on a completely empty tank. I have found 4 bottles does the trick for my travels but a little planning and a person could carry whatever was needed. Kept me from having to carry a funnel and trying to pour at the fuel station carefully. Bottle fits right in the fill neck and done, start fueling. Never had any problems with this method. Also keeps from spilling it down the side of the truck, no mess no fuss.
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Howdy with this cold weather heading across the country I figured I would carry some diesel additive to keep it from gelling while I was traveling. I bought a large bottle of Howes to add to my tank. I really don't want to carry the large bottle so I figure I would get some 8OZ bottles to carry with me. Anybody else doing this and what type bottles are you using?
Is this a good idea?
Thanks
Mike
Is this a good idea?
Thanks
Mike
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From: East side of Tucson
I keep mine in the 80oz bottle. I have a measuring cup with lid bought in the RV department at walmart along with a funnel made for the DEF fuel. I also keep 2 gallons of DEF in the truck. All of this fits real nice in one of the swing out, mounted over the wheel well tool boxes. Box has a great gasket system in it along with a key lock. And everything under the FlipBak cover. Not contaminated with dust and not stinking up the cab. Works well for me.
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I use Hot Shots and keep it in the door pocket. Winter anti-gel now and EDT when it warms up. I buy the 16 Oz bottles and it has the bottles that allow you to meter the amount you put in.
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I run Stanadyne Performance additive, 8oz per fill up. Initially purchased 6 of the 16oz bottles and now purchase the 64oz jugs and refill the 16oz bottles. Bottles have long necks and graduated measurements on the side of the bottle making it easy to pour into tank. Carry two bottles in zip lock gallon bag sitting inside a cardboard box with jug of windshield washer fluid, gloves and a couple of rags in bed of truck. Have bed rug and tonneau cover so box stays in place.
Side note: if you are using Stanadyne you can purchase Stanadyne Performace additive for $49 gallon (Two 64oz bottles at $24.50 each) from Cardinal Diesel Parts, Louisville, KY and free shipping, regardless of amount purchased.
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From: WNY
I bought this.
https://opti-lube.com/opti-lube-xpd-...r-4-oz-bottle/
The 4 oz. case fits nicely under the rear seat. The bottles are resizable for your favorite additive.
https://opti-lube.com/opti-lube-xpd-...r-4-oz-bottle/
The 4 oz. case fits nicely under the rear seat. The bottles are resizable for your favorite additive.
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I buy a gallon of PM23, which is motorcraft anti-gel ~$32. Then measure out 4.3oz into ten 5oz glass bottles. Put them in a cabinet, and carry one or two bottles in the center console. They don't leak. When tank is empty, add bottle, and refuel.
also, ive read people here say not to use PM22 (summer additive) until your break in is over.
these are the bottles I use
This is similar to the syringe i use for measuring out the fluid.
do you have one of these organizers for your center console?
also, ive read people here say not to use PM22 (summer additive) until your break in is over.
these are the bottles I use
This is similar to the syringe i use for measuring out the fluid.
do you have one of these organizers for your center console?
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I buy a gallon of PM23, which is motocraft anti-gel ~$32. Then I measure it out 4.3oz into 5oz glass bottles. I make like 10 bottles at a time, put them in a cabinet, and carry one or two bottles in the center console of the truck. They don't leak. When tank is empty, add bottle, and refuel.
also, ive read people here say not to use PM22 (summer additive) until your break in is over.
these are the bottles I use
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This is similar to the syringe i use for measuring out the fluid.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
do you have one of these organizers for your center console?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
also, ive read people here say not to use PM22 (summer additive) until your break in is over.
these are the bottles I use
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
This is similar to the syringe i use for measuring out the fluid.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
do you have one of these organizers for your center console?
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Thanks All