OK, all you fuel experts:
We've been doing some research on the possibility of using Jet Propulsion 8 (JP8) fuel in some of our diesel equipment to reduce the types of fuels we need at some of our remote projects. From what I've seen, the main difference is that JP8's viscosity creates a pressure problem for diesel injectors and there is not as much lubricative properties in the JP8 either. So, while it may work, some mechanical modifications may have to be made for it to run reliably over the long term (in HD electrical generators, for instance).
Any comments from the rest of you? You guys and gals have helped me out a ton on the motor oil side, so I thought I'd turn to the BITOG experts for this one as well.
G.
We've been doing some research on the possibility of using Jet Propulsion 8 (JP8) fuel in some of our diesel equipment to reduce the types of fuels we need at some of our remote projects. From what I've seen, the main difference is that JP8's viscosity creates a pressure problem for diesel injectors and there is not as much lubricative properties in the JP8 either. So, while it may work, some mechanical modifications may have to be made for it to run reliably over the long term (in HD electrical generators, for instance).
Any comments from the rest of you? You guys and gals have helped me out a ton on the motor oil side, so I thought I'd turn to the BITOG experts for this one as well.
G.
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