Biodiesel Fuel
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From: Paradise Found!
Originally Posted by harleydiesel
I have a 06 psd with very few miles but cannot locate b-100 anywhere close. Thought about making it myself but when I research I feel I need a chemistry degree has anyone on here tried making it themselves. thank Matt
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Originally Posted by bigredtruckmi
Harleydiesel, unless you have 100K on the truck. FYI - Ford's position is B5 max. For what reason I don't know, but warranty could be voided.
WHY DO FORD AND INTERNATIONAL ONLY RECOMMEND B5.
Internationals position on the use of BioDiesel follows the official position of EMA (Engine Manufacturers Association).
That opinion is based on the fact that a 5% blend fuel (B5) using Bio that meets ASTM standard for BioDiesel (ASTM D 6751) also also meets the ASTM standard for Petro diesel (ASTM D 975).
Fuel that has higher concentrations of Bio do not meet the 975 standard. Work is currently underway to develop a B20 standard and the EAM will not sanction its use until this standard is developed
Here is a link to Internationals Tech Report on the subject.
http://www.biodiesel.org/pdf_files/...ternational.pdf
Since International makes the engine Ford has to follow their fuel specs.
