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Biodiesel

Biodiesel is a cheaper alternative to fossil fuels and can be used by many vehicles.

10 reasons for using Bio-Diesel:

1:	It is an environmentally friendly fuel.
2:	It contains practically no sulphur (0.001%).
3:	It considerably decreases soot emissions (up to 50%).
4:	It easily decomposes biologically and in the case of an accident no harm is done to the soil or ground water.
5:	It has superior lubrication capabilities and increases engine life over time.
6:	It is an ecologically beneficial alternative to conventional diesel fuels. It produces NO greenhouse gasses therefore NO global warming.
7:	Biodiesel provides your business with a green image.
8:	It can be blended and used in any diesel engine without modification (providing the vehicle is less than 13years old).
9:	Tests have shown an increase in fuel economy of 8% (mpg) in vehicles running on biodiesel as it has a higher cetane rating than fossil diesel.
10:	BIODIESEL SAVES YOU MONEY AND HELPS SAVE THE PLANET!!!!!

Prices vary, but currently B100 (neat Biodiesel) is available for (90p/ltr) List of suppliers available on request.

When changing to bio, the main thing is to ensure you have a few spare fuel filters on board and a 10mm spanner to bleed the fuel system. The bio is very effective at cleaning the fuel system and all the years of crud will be dislodged into the filter. When the filter blocks there will be fuel starvation and loss of power and eventually total stop. Replace the filter after 500miles, then 1000miles. then back to normal service intervals. Using neat B100 fuel in winter is only a good idea if you fit a fuel filter heater. This will warm the fuel to stop it pluggin/waxing the filter. Most users go for a 50/50 mix over the colder months.

Heated fuel filter modification

The Diesel fuel preheater offers a effective and above all else, a permanent solution for this problem.

Diesel prevents the filter´s pores from clogging up at very low temperatures by warming the fuel with a small heating system, which is mounted in front of the filter. In a matter of seconds, the energy-rich paraffin crystals will dissolve and the fuel passes through the filter as if it would be summer.

Diesel- filter heater

Fuel additives can be done completely away with by installing Diesel heater. With it, temperature-related operating problems will be effectively eliminated from the fuel system.

To prevent cold problems or a loss of power due to a plugged fuel filter .The heater is activated by the driver with a On-/Off-switch. The heating process is displayed by a pilot lamp and automatically regulated by a thermostat. The heating of the fuel remains as long as the heating device is deactivated over the switch.

Alternative to the fuel filter Diesel-Heater can also be installed in front of fuel pumps, solenoid valves, etc. to preheat the fuel.

If your fuel injector spill rail pipes are made of canvas covered rubber, then these should be changed to the newer plastic ones and the bio degrades rubber.

The 300tdi uses a Bosch VE injection pump which is the most robust rotary injection pump and requires no modification for use with biodiesel. If you plan to use vegtable oils, then a full heating system must be used or the pump seals will go.

BREAKING NEWS>>>>>>>> Morrisons supermarkets now offering B30 biodiesel on the forecourt. This is an ideal winter fuel which is pre-mixed with diesel to prevent freezing.

If you decide to go onto biodiesel, I can offer a filter changing/purging service if you are not confident doing this yourself.

The sedimentor on the Discovery/Defender is chassis mounted above the OSR wheel and this will require cleaning weekly during the transition.

Prices for diesel heaters available vary dependant upon model. Please email with your vehicle details for current prices or identify your part from the list below:.

Screw-/Filter Version Universal Version

Diesel-Therm - heating system
Instead of the existing banjo screw at the filter´s entrance, screw on Diesel-Heater (thread size M14x1.5, wrench size 19 or thread size M16x1.5, wrench size 22).

Diesel-Heater is installed in the fuel line (08/10/13 mm) before entering the filter.

Diesel-Heater is available in 12 and 24 volt models. Following components are included in delivery: electric continuous-flow heater, temperature switch (regulates the temperature), rotary switch with pilot lamp, relay, cable loom with connectors, fuse and protective caps, miscellaneous materials, detailed installation instructions