ULSD

[williamcharrison]

For what it is worth, I visited the gov. sponsored web site
http://www.clean-diesel to see what they had to say about additives
required to maintain lubricity and saw the following:

Q. Will I need to put an additive in my fuel tank to replace the
lubricity that was provided by the higher sulfur content?

A. Like Low Sulfur Diesel fuel, ULSD fuel requires good lubricity
and corrosion inhibitors to prevent unacceptable engine wear. As
necessary, additives to increase lubricity and to inhibit corrosion
will be added to ULSD fuel prior to its retail sale. With these
additives, ULSD fuel is expected to perform as well as Low Sulfur
Diesel fuel.

Q. Will ULSD fuel affect the performance of my vehicle?

A. Engine and vehicle manufacturers expect ULSD fuel to be fully
compatible with the existing fleet, including 2006 and earlier model
year vehicles. In some instances, the introduction of ULSD fuel to
older vehicles may affect fuel system components or loosen deposits
in fuel tanks. As part of a good maintenance program, owners and
operators of existing cars, trucks and buses are encouraged to
monitor their diesel-powered vehicles closely for potential fuel
system leaks or premature fuel filter plugging during the change-
over to ULSD fuel.

I hope this does not just add to the controversy.

Chuck Harrison
90SP36
Akron, Ohio