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Winterizing fuel

My tank is full of summer blended fuel!
I'll be heading to New Hampshire in the near future.
What should I put in the tank?
1997 U270 36'
Build #5115
2014 Jeep Rubicon towed
1972 Boston Whaler 16'
Charlie

Re: Winterizing fuel

Reply #1 –

I would recommend a Stanadyne product they have a winter fuel additive. Stanadyne LLC (originally known as Stanadyne Automotive Corporation) is a developer and manufacturer of fuel pumps and fuel injectors for diesel and gasoline engines.

Amazon.com: Stanadyne Winter 1000 | 1/2 Gallon Jug | Treats 500 Gallons of...

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Doug W.
96 36' U270 CSGI #4946
04 Toyota Tacoma 4x4
PNW

Re: Winterizing fuel

Reply #2 –

I use the Power Service anti-gel winterize additive in all my diesel powered equipment when freezing conditions exist. I have never had a fuel problem when used.
Amazon.com: Power Service Diesel Fuel Supplement + Cetane Boost 64oz (6...

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2000 U270 34' WTFE Build 5756 "Ole Red"
2014 Honda CRV
Washington, Vermont
Lady Lake, Fl,  Independence, VA
Former owner of 2002 U320, 2003 U320, 2005 U270

Re: Winterizing fuel

Reply #3 –
Definitely need an anti gel. You should be able to find that at a truck stop.
previous 1984 35 ft ORED 250 HP 3208 Cat       
previous 1998 40 ft U295 CAI 325 hp Cummins
previous 2003 40 Ft u320 build #6140 450 Cummins M11.                                                         
1999 Mazda Miata
Ron, Nancy, Tipper the cat, Max The dog
1997 U 270 36 ft build number 5174 8.3 Cummins

Re: Winterizing fuel

Reply #4 –
Yup, an anti-gel.  Even Walmart carries PS brand.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

Re: Winterizing fuel

Reply #5 –
Howe's is also good.
Dave and Kelli
1997 U295 40' Build #5188 CSGI
1995 U240 36' Build #4621 SBID-SOLD
2006 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon

Re: Winterizing fuel

Reply #6 –
Quote from: cdm –
I use the Power Service anti-gel winterize additive in all my diesel powered equipment when freezing conditions exist. I have never had a fuel problem when used.
Amazon.com: Power Service Diesel Fuel Supplement + Cetane Boost 64oz (6...

I also can vouge for this. Been in the coldest of cold with this in the tanks. Always worked well for me.

This is a fun video about anti gel!

Which diesel anti gel is best?
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Re: Winterizing fuel

Reply #7 –
I just bought a bottle of Power Service anti-gel and will add it to the tank today.
Hope to take a drive tomorrow to mix it in and through the fuel system. I'll gun the generator as well.
Thanks for all the helpful advice!!!
1997 U270 36'
Build #5115
2014 Jeep Rubicon towed
1972 Boston Whaler 16'
Charlie

Re: Winterizing fuel

Reply #8 –
Phillip also run the aqua hot so it has treated fuel.
previous 1984 35 ft ORED 250 HP 3208 Cat       
previous 1998 40 ft U295 CAI 325 hp Cummins
previous 2003 40 Ft u320 build #6140 450 Cummins M11.                                                         
1999 Mazda Miata
Ron, Nancy, Tipper the cat, Max The dog
1997 U 270 36 ft build number 5174 8.3 Cummins

Re: Winterizing fuel

Reply #9 –
I put the large container of power service in the tanks evenly between both tanks and fill the diesel to capacity. It is probably overkill as the container says it is good for 300 gallons but so be it. My coach currently is stored RIGHT now at -31f ( you read it correctly) and I have started the AH and generator and had it running(thanks for the gen start tips oldguy) with little problems. My testament to Power Service products...
Peter    Alberta Canada
'98 U320 40'  Build 5359 M11 450 HP, Aqua hot, Blu Ox
 

Re: Winterizing fuel

Reply #10 –
A post suggesting use of inappropriate fluid was removed.  Thank you to the member who reported it and explained what was wrong.
Learn every day, but especially from the experiences of others. It's cheaper!  - John C. Bogle

2000 U320 36' non-slide / WildEBeest Rescue
2003 U320