Biodiesel winter running

[Paulymojo]

Where I live (isle of Wight) it doesn't usually get cold enough to treat bio for winter running, but just incase we have a cold winter does anyone have any suggestions? I've read in places 5% or 10% petrol mix? Many thanks in advance, Paul

[dgs]

It also depends on the type of oil and contaminants like animal fats as to the temperature at which it will give you problems.

Use a doorstep sample in a jam jar so you can monitor the appearance after a cold night.

5% petrol is the most economical Winteriser.

Hope this helps, Dave.

[Vijay]

yep, 5% petrol for me too. Always best to pre treat and not get caught out (been there and it's horrible! lol)

[Tony]

Southampton here so similar climate.  I always got by by taking the clearest bio from the top of barrels (the creams seem to settle).  Once I did stick an IR heater under the fuel tank when I was worried about it!