Cetane level
Apr 11, 2005 | 02:50 PM
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With the national cetane avg. @ 45, it would certainly stand to reason that many places offer less than that.
Apr 11, 2005 | 04:47 PM
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Just wondering how does cetane ratings affect EGTs.
Apr 11, 2005 | 05:25 PM
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"48 Minimum cetane rating"
Apr 11, 2005 | 07:08 PM
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I'll check with the station. Mabye someone has clue what I'm talking about there.
Apr 11, 2005 | 08:46 PM
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IMO, most stations don't know what the cetane level is, therefore, can't even begin to tell what excessive cetane levels could do to a 6.0 engine.
Apr 11, 2005 | 09:22 PM
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You could have it tested somewhere on your own. Your Ford dealer may help with a testing site. But as stated it could change down the road.
Apr 12, 2005 | 10:20 AM
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Local dealer says "average" samples taken from a # of trucks in Tucson, AZ is 42-43.
Apr 12, 2005 | 08:41 PM
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ok, Tucson is fairly close. I'll check with my local dealer and see if they can give any help but unless I can talk with the diesel mechanics I'm guessing I'll get a blank stare.
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Apr 12, 2005 | 09:09 PM
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From: Texas
Guys remember Ford advises not to run an additive during the "break-in" period. I believe this has something to do with the piston rings not seating properly. Look it up in your manual.
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