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It is made by taking vegetable oil and mixing it with an alcohol eg. methanol, and a catalyst, usually potassium hydroxide [cuastic soda] at a temperature of 140F or 55 deg C to cause a chain reaction known as transerification, whereby the free fatty acids are made into esters. The byproduct is a crude form of glycerine that can be cleaned up and made into soap etc, or composted. The process can can also be done using waste veg oil and therefor helps with waste recycling. The resulting biofuel gives off far less emissions than mineral fuel and is classed as Co2 neutral, as it only gives off the same amount of Co2 as the plant took in while in growth. The fuel can be used in most diesel vehicles without modification, and mixes readily with conventional fuel. Power and mileage are little different, but its lubricity is far greater than low sulpher diesel, and it is used by many countries at a level of about 5% in forecourt fuel to help with lubrication and the environment. UK will have 2.5% in2008 and 5% added in 2009. Production costs mean it is only slightly cheaper than mineral diesel at the pumps, but with care and understanding it can be produced in your workshop for private use. the cost of this is considerably less. In the UK you can currently produce up to 2500 litres a year for your own use without having to pay road fuel duty. There is a Yahoo group that dry washes that makes it a lot easier. http://tech.groups.yahoo.com/group/biodieselhouston
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Where can one find information on biodiesel fuel?
Wikipedia provides an excellent encyclopedia style article on biodiesel fuel. Other websites that offer information about biodiesel fuel are the U.S. Department of Energy's Biodiesel page and the National Biodiesel Board's page.
Where and how can you obtain biodiesel fuel?
See the related link to the National Biodiesel Board's - Retailer Map.Look there for a retailer in your state.When shopping for biodiesel, however, make sure that they sell biodiesel that conforms to the most recent ASTM standard.
Which of these is not a fossil fuel biodiesel diesel gas coal?
Biodiesel
What fuel is made out of vegetable oil?
It's usually called biodiesel.
Why does using biodiesel make your supplies of crude oil last longer?
If you are using bio fuel you are not using fossil fuel. Crude oil is a fossil fuel
Is biodiesel fossil fuel?
No, biodiesel is not a fossil fuel. It is a renewable fuel made from vegetable oils, animal fats, or recycled cooking greases.
Why don't more people use biodiesel in their diesel trucks?
It would be great if more people used biodiesel in the diesel trucks! However, at least in Michigan, you can not legally sell the biodiesel you make at home and many people do not want to put the time and effort into making it themselves. There are a few negatives to using biodiesel in diesel trucks. First, there is limited availability of biodiesel fuel. Next, the cost is much higher for biodiesel. Also, fuel economy is off by at least 10%. Additionally, biodiesel may be a concern in cold weather and in older vehicles.
What countries use the BioDiesel Fuel?
none
Is it true that biodiesel can ruin my engine?
Biodiesel most certainly does NOT ruin your engine. Most engine manufacturer in the world approves the use of biodiesel in their engines, unless of course your engine is not made to run on diesel fuel. Gasoline engines should not be ran on Biodiesel.Actually, if you don't change out your fuel pump, injectors, and fuel lines to accommodate the much thicker biodiesel fuel, it CAN ruin your engine.
What is biodiesel fuel?
Biodiesel is a type of diesel fuel made by refining ordinary vegitable oil. It can be used in almost any engine that petrolium based diesel can.
Can A 2004 Toyota rav 4 RUN on biodiesel or a mix?
A 2004 Toyota RAV4 is not designed to run on biodiesel or a biodiesel blend, as its engine is not compatible with the properties of biodiesel. Using biodiesel or a high blend of biodiesel could lead to fuel system damage and void the vehicle's warranty. It's advisable to stick with conventional diesel fuel if you have the diesel variant or gasoline for the gasoline variant. Always consult the owner's manual or a professional mechanic for specific fuel recommendations for your vehicle.
How do you change fuel system over to biodiesel?
To convert a diesel fuel system to biodiesel, first ensure that the engine is compatible with biodiesel; most modern diesel engines can run on it with little modification. Next, flush the fuel system to remove any residual petroleum diesel, and replace fuel filters to avoid clogging. It may also be necessary to upgrade some rubber seals and hoses to biodiesel-compatible materials to prevent degradation. Finally, start with a blend of biodiesel and petroleum diesel, gradually increasing the biodiesel content as you monitor engine performance.
