ULSD

[Jeff Miller]

This is the most clear and neutral information that I've found so
far (cut and past if you need to):

<http://www.nrc.gov/reading-rm/doc-collec...comm/info-
notices/2006/in200622.pdf>

- Jeff Miller
in Holland, MI


--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "williamcharrison"
wrote:
>
> 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
>