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Best Anti Gel Suggestions?

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Blanche, Jan 14, 2013.

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  1. Jan 14, 2013 #1
    Blanche

    Blanche Medium Load Member

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    Howes? Diesel 911? Power Service? Lucas? Ect. What's your take and experience with making sure your fuel doesn't gel? I try not to use any unless it's below 20degrees and really windy. My company supplys is with Howes but haven't had to use any yet this year. Fire away!
     
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  3. Jan 14, 2013 #2
    cuzzin it

    cuzzin it Road Train Member

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    howes..... or lucas
     
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  4. Jan 14, 2013 #3
    Blanche

    Blanche Medium Load Member

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    Yeah, that's what I've been hearing for the most part. Thanks!
     
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  5. Jan 14, 2013 #4
    milskired

    milskired Road Train Member

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    I use powerservice and never had a problem.
    For super cold times a little gas works best. Gallon or 2 mixed in a full tank of diesel.
     
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  7. Jan 14, 2013 #5
    dude6710

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    If your local in Cali I wouldn't worry too much about it. Just carry some 911 if it comes to that. I had my whole tanks freeze up in -30. A half hour and it was going with 911
     
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  8. Jan 14, 2013 #6
    Blanche

    Blanche Medium Load Member

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    I've used rubbing alcohol in the past and it worked pretty well.
    I always keep a few bottles with me for cleaning.
     
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  9. Jan 14, 2013 #7
    Blanche

    Blanche Medium Load Member

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    My Dad swore by using gasoline back in the day, he always carried a two and a half gallon can in the winter.
     
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    EZ Money and milskired Thank this.
  10. Jan 14, 2013 #8
    Allow Me.

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    I ran in -27 with power service all across Tn. one time, passing boo-coo trucks stalled out on I-40.
     
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  11. Jan 14, 2013 #9
    jbourque

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    be careful with gas if you use to much could score a piston, or it could turn to fumes because of high flow, and when you open your tank if u are smoking. however if you are a vet the government will give you a free head stone. as for rubbing alcohol look at the water content in it.just stick with the popular brands of anti gel and you will b fine.
     
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    Tonythetruckerdude Thanks this.
  12. Jan 14, 2013 #10
    Blanche

    Blanche Medium Load Member

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    Ok will do. Thanks for your input.
     
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