[DML] Re: Convert To Biodiesel

["Joe OBrien" <joeyoseppijoe@xxxxxxxxx>]

As the owner of a small diesel VW that runs on biodiesel occasionally
in the summer ( PITA to make & not too great in sub zero temps) I can
tell you to just stick with the PRV.

Unless you are a master fabricator, and are an escellent mechanic, as
well as a diesel mechanic, don't waste the thought on converting a D
to run on diesel.

I also have a rabbit convertible, same bodystyle as the older diesel
rabbit, and it would be a monstrous task to just swap engines, fuel
systems, a glowplug relay setup, and to keep it running reliable.

Multiply that times 10 for the Delorean. What a nightmare to even
think of, just enjoy the PRV. Even though oil is peaking, might as
well enjoy it while it lasts.


-Joe O'Brien








--- In dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, James Pilcher <jamespilcher1@xxxx> wrote:
>
> Hi,
> 
> I just got #5380 running for the first time since i bought it in july 
> (turns out it had a ceized cold start valve). Just need to diagnose the 
> cooling problem that kept her off the road in the first place and all 
> will be well.
> 
> It occured to me whilst fantasising about the fun i'm going to have in 
> it, that the world's oil supply has just peaked and petrol (gasoline to 
> you yanks) is going to get more expensive and then run out altogether.
> 
> How monstrous a task would it be to replace the PRV with a Turbo-diesel 
> that could run on bio-diesel? I assume the fuel delivery system might 
> need altering too?
> 
> Any thoughts.....
> 
> cheers
> james
> 
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