Do you use a Fuel Supplement
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pearlpro
Expert Expediter
Ive run up North quite a bit and in the winter I like to use the Power Service or Lucas Anti Gel fuel treatment to help winterize my fuel, Id rather add some and be safe then have a sudden dip hit and catch you then your down, but like most In extreme cold I keep that engine running also, its better to be safe then sorry and trust whats in some fuel tank winterized or summer blend.....larger truck stops are going to turn over the fuel quickly, its the rural spots you have to be careful, Ive always bought my fuel treatments at Rural King or Oreilly Auto Parts, but most Bucheit, Tractor Supply, Farm and Home will have it cheaper then truck stops.
Lucas Extreme Cold Temperature Fuel Treatment with New Lucas Anti-Gel was developed to eliminate fuel gelling problems in the most extreme conditions. It contains all the important additives of our regular fuel treatment to increase fuel mileage and performance.
Key Benefits
Prevents fuel thickening
Lubricates fuel for increased MPG
One half gallon treats 250 gallons of fuel
Lucas Extreme Cold Temperature Fuel Treatment with New Lucas Anti-Gel was developed to eliminate fuel gelling problems in the most extreme conditions. It contains all the important additives of our regular fuel treatment to increase fuel mileage and performance.
Key Benefits
Prevents fuel thickening
Lubricates fuel for increased MPG
One half gallon treats 250 gallons of fuel
A guy that serviced my Honda gen said the same thing...he showed me air bubbles on the inside of the carb cup ..said that was condensation aka water...he advised to use some E10 fuel once in a while to get rid of it....
Nope just regular 87....I had dirt in the carb that is why he showed me the air bubbles whilst he had it apart....gave me a lesson on how to drain the cup without taking it all apart...it has a drain plug!! Well DOH me....LOL
greg334
Veteran Expediter
No more then 10% E fuel...
Got my new Honda at that new Farm and Fleet in Rochester Mn..your neck of the woods......that store was huge!! and some great prices as well....
greg334
Veteran Expediter
Honda Engines - Fuel Recommendations
This should help you.
I run my generators with what ever I put in the tank, if it is E85 or what ever I find (even though they do not allow E85) and after a few thousand hours, no problems with it. They all have Honda engines.
I had one problem with the fuel gelling [and one very knowledgeable driver named gotta go who kept me going until it was resolved without missing the pickup I was enroute to when it started 
] which is when I learned that biodiesel gells at a higher temp than regular diesel, and both Il & In blend more bio into their diesel.
I've been careful about watching the bio % since, and always use antigel in winter, and keep 2 spare fuel filters on hand, just in case.
] which is when I learned that biodiesel gells at a higher temp than regular diesel, and both Il & In blend more bio into their diesel. I've been careful about watching the bio % since, and always use antigel in winter, and keep 2 spare fuel filters on hand, just in case.
I stick with what has worked for me so far. No fuel additive at all. Never had a gelling problem yet, and I drove in temperatures down to -5 if I remember right. Now, if I have to go lower than that, I will add something. Have 450000 miles on my Sprinter.
Now, for improving the lubricity of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel, the best additive is a little Bio Diesel. I use it as often as I can find it.
Now, for improving the lubricity of Ultra Low Sulfur Diesel, the best additive is a little Bio Diesel. I use it as often as I can find it.
"Howes use it in both my trucks when ever I fill up.
ebsprintin
Veteran Expediter
I found a good price on fuel additives today. $13.99 for the large bottle of Power Service, and 12.99 for Howe's Meaner Power Cleaner at Theisen's in Coralville, IA. Theisen's is a farm and fleet type place just west of the Walmart.
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