New tractor - fuel additive

[Mudball]

For good fuel maintenance Im currently using a fuel additive in my old L245.
If I was to buy a new 2017 tractor, do you still use additives on your new tractors ?

 

[85Hokie]

For good fuel maintenance Im currently using a fuel additive in my old L245.
If I was to buy a new 2017 tractor, do you still use additives on your new tractors ?

Additives for lubrication....perhaps not, additives for algae and other stuff??? I still would!

My 2013 Bx purrs very nicely with all that good stuff added!

 

[BAP]

If you run actual Diesel fuel in your tractor and not just #2 fuel oil, you shouldn't need additives for lubrication. Diesel fuel already has additives in it for lubrication.

 

[Brazos]

I have been using them only because I do not put a lot of hours on my tractor so it sits a lot. My first year i put 32 hours on it. I am a weekend warrior and may go a handful of weekends where I have other things going. So I try to keep my tank fuel (to combat condensation) and use additives to keep the fuel fresh and algae free. If I ran it regularly I wouldnt bother because I would always be putting fresh fuel in it. Just my thoughts and may be wrong.

 

[bambam31]

I've always used it since I bought my tractor new. My tractor sits a lot too and I've never had a problem. I also filter my fuel. I plan to stick to the same procedure.

 

[mickeyd]

What additives do you use?

 

[Mudball]

Additives for lubrication....perhaps not, additives for algae and other stuff??? I still would!
My 2013 Bx purrs very nicely with all that good stuff added!

Sounds great. Thanks

If you run actual Diesel fuel in your tractor and not just #2 fuel oil, you shouldn't need additives for lubrication. Diesel fuel already has additives in it for lubrication.

I buy it at our local Loves Travel Truck stop so its called #2 I believe.
Thanks

I have been using them only because I do not put a lot of hours on my tractor so it sits a lot. My first year i put 32 hours on it. I am a weekend warrior and may go a handful of weekends where I have other things going. So I try to keep my tank fuel (to combat condensation) and use additives to keep the fuel fresh and algae free. If I ran it regularly I wouldnt bother because I would always be putting fresh fuel in it. Just my thoughts and may be wrong.

Sounds like a safe idea.
Thanks

I've always used it since I bought my tractor new. My tractor sits a lot too and I've never had a problem. I also filter my fuel. I plan to stick to the same procedure.

As long as it works thats great.
Thanks.

What additives do you use?

Opti-Lube XPD ever since Ive owned the old L245. After engine is at full operating temp, I swear I can hear a distinct pinging sound in the engine when I dont use it.

 

[Creature Meadow]

I use Power Service Diesel Kleen the white bottle in the winter and grey bottle in the summer.

Does it help I cannot prove it but I do know I have had no problems fuel related since taking recommendations from here to use it.

It is cheap and insurance to me. I have a measuring container that has ounces marked on it and I took a black marker and marked where to fill for my various containers, 1 gal and 2.5 gal containers. I use 1 ounce per gallon.

Here is a link to the Power Service website, it can be purchased at most any auto parts store at least here in NC.

http://powerservice.com/psp_product/diesel-kleen-cetane-boost/

 

[jmf78]

I have a 55 gallon drum of off-road diesel that I just had filled about a month ago. I don't believe I'll go through all of it before the end of winter so I'm wondering if I should add the winter stuff (white bottle) to it or just go with the grey bottle year round.
The filled drum is stored in my uninsulated attached garage.

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[85Hokie]

I have a 55 gallon drum of off-road diesel that I just had filled about a month ago. I don't believe I'll go through all of it before the end of winter so I'm wondering if I should add the winter stuff (white bottle) to it or just go with the grey bottle year round.
The filled drum is stored in my uninsulated attached garage.

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In your neck of the woods, I would add the appropriate amount of winter stuff just to be on the safe side.

 

[jmf78]

In your neck of the woods, I would add the appropriate amount of winter stuff just to be on the safe side.

Sounds good! Thanks Hokie!

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[nickelplated5s]

If you run actual Diesel fuel in your tractor and not just #2 fuel oil, you shouldn't need additives for lubrication. Diesel fuel already has additives in it for lubrication.

Talk with your local fuel supplier, they're all the same thing. On the other hand a friend who runs a large diesel repair shop swears by lubricity additives, he's got a favorite but that's another can of worms. His point is modern high pressure fuel systems have such tight tolerances it helps. It's a 14K repair if you crater a SuperDuty fuel system, cheap insurance.

 

[Mudball]

I use Power Service Diesel Kleen the white bottle in the winter and grey bottle in the summer.

Does it help I cannot prove it but I do know I have had no problems fuel related since taking recommendations from here to use it.

It is cheap and insurance to me. I have a measuring container that has ounces marked on it and I took a black marker and marked where to fill for my various containers, 1 gal and 2.5 gal containers. I use 1 ounce per gallon.

Here is a link to the Power Service website, it can be purchased at most any auto parts store at least here in NC.

http://powerservice.com/psp_product/diesel-kleen-cetane-boost/

Thanks and glad for your positive input.

Talk with your local fuel supplier, they're all the same thing. On the other hand a friend who runs a large diesel repair shop swears by lubricity additives, he's got a favorite but that's another can of worms. His point is modern high pressure fuel systems have such tight tolerances it helps. It's a 14K repair if you crater a SuperDuty fuel system, cheap insurance.

Noted. Thanks for the reply.