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Old 08-08-2012, 11:57 AM
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First time Bio fill-up tomorrow

I'm headed up to the Redwoods for the weekend and I figured I'd fill up in Santa Rosa since they have Biodiesel. I have an extra filter in case it clogs up, but what should I go for ratio-wise?

B2
B5
B10
B20
Old 08-08-2012, 12:36 PM
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FYSA
B2 is only 2% BioDiesel
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B20 is only 20% BioDiesel
Old 08-08-2012, 01:11 PM
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Ya, I'm aware of that...My concern is Dodge says B5 max to not void warranty (Out of warranty currently), but on Fleet vehicles I recall they listed B10.

B2 gives better lubricity than any other fuel additives available, but I'd like to go as high as possible to try it out.
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I doubt you will notice a difference no matter which ratio you choose. If you want more of a detergent action I would imagine you should go with a higher concentration.

I know my rig doesn't like more than 50% bio.
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Propel in Sacramento area has b20, I run this in my 2005 every other month, with no issues.
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Went with B20, probably B15 since I wasn't on empty when I filled her up.

She didn't like it much in the higher elevation or long upgrades, but at sea level, she gets along quite well and is much quieter.
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Originally Posted by steelblitzkrieg
She didn't like it much in the higher elevation or long upgrades.
What did she say? BioD does have a little less punch/power, but hopefully you bought it at a discount.
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It was a dime more than regular #2, which I was fine with, it was still cheaper than the immediate bay area.

She seemed to have more rattle on long grades/higher elevation than when I run straight #2 at even higher altitudes.
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