Diesel Fuel Quality in Your Truck: What You Need to Know
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In this video we go over the diesel fuel supply and quality issues that will affect your diesel truck.
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20 years ago, I worked with a guy that once drove gasoline tankers. He said that he'd get in line at the refinery, add his "brand's" additive package to the tanks, then fill up with the same gasoline that every other tanker was getting, name brand or not.
You simply put out the best videos, I just found your channel
I have a 2015 Ecodiesel and the truck is awesome. It is doing what I bought it for, great fuel mileage and excellent tow capabilities. All this SCR/DPF/emission controls is not easy on the engine, thanks for all the tips.
I find it very hard to believe that a great run state like Illinois has a problem in overseeing fuel quality.
@n5sdm
3 жыл бұрын
ha. haha. hahahahahahhahahaaaahhaa......oh wait.... your serious?
@Kfcng60
2 жыл бұрын
Illinois is great run State? Look at who is running it first!
When I had a 2007 Jeep CRD, I stopped for fuel in Quincy, CA. The station had an antique pump for diesel. I had to go inside to activate it. The owner pointed out that that pump dispensed diesel fuel. I mentioned that the Jeep ran better on it. He couldn't believe that a Jeep ran on diesel. I said that well, you won't see much here as Cali won't approve these diesel Jeeps. Long story short, after filling my tank he was all agog to hear the engine. He was quite delighted! Amazed at how quiet it was.
@leadnsteel1428
5 жыл бұрын
I've got a 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. It's got the new 2.8 Duramax diesel in it and it gets great mpgs. Have a tuner on it for a bit more pep and even better mpgs. I gets 700 miles on a tank
great video as always! I always change my fuel filter at 10-15k or 1000 gallons- swapped out to a cat fuel filter for the duramax and have a pre filter system from my auxillary tank in the back- even at last filter change the fuel filter looked great with just over 1000 gal of fuel used. I always use additive, stanadyn or the brand you recommended. Thanks for the videos!
Thanks for the info. I appreciate your videos, they help alot.
I just bought a 2016 eco diesel Outdoorsman. Thamk you for all the info in your videos, especially your video about why you wouldn't buy a Ford. I had a 2013 FX4 with Perellis. I had issues with tires, rear window defog, shocks, air conditioning, transfer case, 4x4. hopefully I have better luck, thanks again.
WOW. thank you so much for sharing. I live in Colombia South America and our fuel is terrible. I'm going to order some of the additives you recommend for my Nissan Patrol ZD30DI diésel.
Awesome and Informative Video Series on the Dodge Ram Eco Diesel!! You have saved me a lot of money as well as confusion - Many Thanks!!!
Great video! always trying to learn. Since the Govt cut down the lubricating sulfur content to try and ruin our engines, we have been adding a small amount of light weight engine oil to the fuel tank at each fill up. Our diesels seem to like it just fine. keep smiling!
i have an 02 f350 7.3 9 inch lift on 37 in tires with banks stinger+ kit. the banks stuff really woke the engine up and made it fun to drive. over time i did notice the truck not dropping a gear when i mashed the pedal. i did the arch oil treatment thanks to powerstrokehelp and it helped out quite a bit. over time the truck still had great cold start but it never dropped a gear when i mashed the pedal some how fordtech dude and hotshots came across my feed. so i checked out the cost on amazon and found it quite a bit cheaper than arch oil . sooooooo i ended up with the diesel extreme and the edt. at this point i have 1/2 a bottle of the diesel extreme/boost in the tank . ran about 5 miles down the road and i'll be damned. mash the pedal the truck drops a gear turbo whines up and off we go. instant gratification. totally happy with these additives.
Great info. as always. I have followed you for years when I had a 2010 Expedition with the 5.4. Now I recently bought a 2020 Ram 1500 Ecodiesel. Love it! Just one concern about the Hot Shot Secrets Every Day Diesel. How does 1 ounce of additive effect 25 gallons of fuel? It's hard to believe that it would even make it down the fill tube, let alone mix with the fuel.
What’s your recommendation for the older 6.9 IDI I’ve found your videos very informative too! Thanks
Thanks for the info.
Thanks for the upload, great video!
@RamEcoDieselSource
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
Great information Thank You
Oh man such great content. Why did you stop making videos? Thanks for your hard work
What's the best way to treat or keep the oil clean for your diesel. Had a couple of oil changes and the oil stills look black thought it would have that fresh oil look for a few miles and would putting an amsoil bypass filter system on a 2015 F350 powerstroke hurt the system or void any warranty. Guess that's the soot from a diesel engine but trying to ease the wear. Thanks Enjoy your videos
Good educational videos man, love it! I just bought brand new 2016 Ram 1500 ST quad cab Eco diesel, haven't done oil change yet watched your oil change video and bought same oil with filter from the link you posted, will be changing it this weekend. I put 3300 miles on it in 3 month should I start using EDT? or any other product any suggestions? I use my truck as a daily commuter in city only 6-8 miles a day, I do drive it on a freeway twice a week, weekend only (going out fishing, hiking e.t.c between 80-150 miles on a freeway with highest speed 70mph. haven't towed anything yet, I always pump diesel from Safeway in CA. Thanks for great videos!
Notice how at beginning of the video. He told a story about the piping company having problems with their trucks. This is a classic example of creating a problem that doesn’t exist so he can sell you something you don’t need. I’m driving a 2016 diesel truck now with 276k miles. It has the original common rail injectors and I’ve never put any addictive in the tank.
@frontcentermusician
4 жыл бұрын
Yippie!!!!!!
Super advice thanks for the video!
@tylerrhodes5766
3 жыл бұрын
Tuuuiuuu
sir, I just wanna say thank you for these awesome videos. very informative and clear for those of us that are not mechanics. I own a 2016 dodge ram longhorn Laramie eco-diesel 1500. best truck ever!
@RamEcoDieselSource
7 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@patrickjames1080
Жыл бұрын
Are you still driving your 2016, any engine issues? I own one also.
thx for sharing, good to know these things
Thank you for sharing, whats your take on Archoil brand fuel and oil additive for newer diesel pickup trucks like the 6.7 powerstroke, Cummins and duramax engines?
Very informative, my only concern is the following, is it safe for the dpf filters in today's Diesel engines.
Hi I'm from Canada and I work on European cars and I get a lot of Diesels and the fuel quality is great I'm from New Brunswick and I never see common rail pump failures we replace fuel filter as per manufacturers recommendations at 30 000 km's and I personally use fuel conditioners one thing to look for is to make sure the stuff that you put in the tank is clean Diesel safe meaning sulphur less than 15 particles per million.
@qaisermirza5713
6 жыл бұрын
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Thanks or posting this video. I just picked up a 2003 7.3 and I do not know the history of fuel treatments. cleaning the system, EDT, fix & eliminator I guess my question is where to start? I have had it to the shop and they say 2,6 and 8 injectors are not to perfection but I do not feel any hesitation.
Hello, thanks for all your informative information on the Ram Eco Diesel 3.0, I hope you can help me with a question regarding the Coolant fluids that are suited for this specific Truck, do you have a suggestion for the type of recommended coolant I should use on my truck besides the Mopar product. My truck is a 2016 Ram Eco Diesel currently I have 85k miles. I've seen a few videos but most have not spoken about what fluid to use, can you suggest or direct me to a Video to watch. Thank you Sam F. Chino,Ca.
Very informative.
So I’m about to get a ram 6.7L Cummins 2022 and I’m new to the diesel community. Do you have recommended additives and products that would be best for it?
It's Ford makuloco! Didn't know you had a different channel! Finally upgraded from Ford's to a ram 2500 with Cummins motor. Any chance you'll talk about those? I did so many services on my own Ford's because of your tips and tricks! Glad to see you're still at it!!! Smart mind!
@johncholmes643
2 жыл бұрын
Eco diesel is a 3.0 liter 1500 dude.
@ML-mq7zq
2 жыл бұрын
@@johncholmes643 I was asking if he will talk about MY ram 2500 with the Cummins. Obviously that’s an eco diesel. Nice and late to the party my guy.
I am coming up on needing to change my fuel filters in my 6.7 Cummins. Is it OK to use the diesel Xtreme now or should I wait until after I change the filters.
Thank you
I'm waiting for axle, diffs, transmission and coolant fluid change videos! Did my first oil change from watching your video.
@RamEcoDieselSource
7 жыл бұрын
Mine are way too new yet at 20k miles
I have a question do the gas station s winter proff. The diesel fuel that is in there pumps
very good amd informative video
very informative, 123K on a 96' 7.3 looking to keep it running smooth !
@wezilla21
4 жыл бұрын
Wow you have a long way to go... I've got a 97 and it has at least 430k because it's already gone over 399,999 once for sure so it says 330k. No problems. Truck just keeps going... Good luck with your truck!
@smallcountry7530
4 жыл бұрын
Just bought a 7,3 diesal for about 3 grand was a steal my first vehicle I’m owning
Is this ideal for my 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Ecodiesel? I would think so right. Same motor, different configuration.
Just curious about the def. I filled my def tank up tonight. Wasn’t in the red yet. Is there a reset button to make the gauge go to full?
I am getting a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee ecodiesel. Are all these products still recommended for that engine in the Jeep?
Maybe it's my old rugged Ford IDI (6.9) but I haven't had any problems in the 15 states (central and Western States) I have been in. I use Power Service products for my additive.
Running 15L DD15 Detroit Across states from TA to Loves I always use Additive Lucas just amazing but b20 less power. #2 diesel w Lucas is great power no regen less vibration better mpg.
What do you think of howes diesel treatment?
What are your thoughts on using Opti-lube diesel additives? Also if I decide to invest in the hot shot products, is it ok to fluctuate which additives I use ?
Hello, thanks for the great video! I have a 2018 ED with just under 20K miles and live in the West Suburban area of Chicago. I was very interested in your comment about the crappy fuel in Illinois so sort of obvious you have first hand local knowledge. I have asked the dealer several times if there was any benefit to adding anti-gel or other additives and there stock response has been "FCA does not recommend the use of any additives". I believe they are simply trying to avoid any kind of liability or avoid going against "the corporate line". But I think your video has me convinced otherwise. I do have one question, are you aware of where better quality fuel can be obtained in Illinois, that is, would you recommend a Thornton's over a Speedway or is there a particular fuel source you use? Thanks very much.
Have a 2011 hino 258 towtruck 178000 miles Do you recommend hotshots.
Sir thank you for your videos. I have 2016 ecodiesel and need to add washer fluid because is low. I read that the rain x products are bad for the Rams because it messes up the sensor. what do you recommend or what fluid do you use. thank very much
@akbychoice
6 жыл бұрын
kaliman198117 it's the only washer fluid I use in my 2016 Ford and my 2002 GMC.
What happens to Euro 4 Diesel Engine (CRDI), if we use ULSD with 10ppm of Sulphur ? Does it really affect the fuel system and injectors ?
I only get fuel from a few diffent places in il they i know have good turn around for there diesel dosent that help or should i think about puting a fuel trement into my truck
Thanks for the video. I got a question I have a Mercedes sprinter 2015,since I bought it I've been using diesel from Meijer, someone told me this is one of the best diesel here in Chicago what do you think?
@Jason-vh6nr
3 жыл бұрын
I got a 2018 Mercedes Sprinter 3500 and I have to fill up at pilot flying J's per the company cuz I drive over the road doing expedited freight I just started using that Diesel extreme concentrate for Mila where you put in 8 oz every 8,000 miles and it's making a big difference I might try the stiction oil additive you put in when you change your oil or even try the EDT everyday additive for the fuel but I know that Diesel extreme concentrate did clean out the injectors and it is making a difference in the throttle response and everything
Have you ever try Archoil´s products on your Ram EcoDiesel? Those product are recommended for all Power Stroke engines and seems to work pretty well! I´m just curious because I´m looking for the Jeep Grand Cherokee with EcoDiesel engine and Archoil´s products are the best I can get!
how can the stiction eliminator clean the injector from the engine oil side? how does it get through the pistons?
listening to that hotshot for the stiction of powerstroke injectors was such a blessing my 6.0 is down right now after so much parts being changed and I have it at a actual diesel shop now hoping it's not stiction on the injectors but now this sounds amazing and now I'm not scared of it is injector stiction but even if its not I'll still use a bottle once I get my truck back to working and the others for my fuel system now would you compare the extreme cleaner one to be better than a bottle of sea foam?
@spartancj1
7 жыл бұрын
Sebastian Ramos let me answer this question. the brand he showed only deals with diesel additives that's it. Seafoam makes products for both types and many engines. its just like going to a doctor when you need a surgery. yes the normal doctor can probably do the surgery, wouldn't you rather have a specialist surgeon do it? applys to this too.
Wonderful since I live in illinois and just bought the 3.0 LZO
Is there anything that you mentioned that meets GM standards ? I just bought a brand new 3.0 duramax and don’t want to put some additive that if the engine fails for different causes would rather give them a chance of blaming the additive..also i leave in AB, Canada and we reach quite the temperature in winter so if there’s also something to add in winter with same criteria ?? Thanks for the video
what is your opinion on archoil products?
Thanks
Sounds like there can be issues using the Hot Shot's Extreme continuously. (?) My 2001 7.3 just received new OEM Factory injectors (249,000 miles) a few weeks ago and 3 issues have disappeared. So I assume its best to spread out the applications at this point. Correct?
just got mine 2016 ecodiesel and love it, it aint no hemi or 3/4 but im going to save 800-1200$ a year in fuel! i will be buying that fuel additive for every tank from now on.
@RamEcoDieselSource
8 жыл бұрын
+deuceblank Good thinking.
@MattSmith-vl8zp
5 жыл бұрын
At as little as 7000 miles on my new ecodiesel I saved around $500 over what my 2013 hemi would of gotten doing the same trip. Ram had $12000 worth of rebates when I bought the truck otherwise I would of never bought it. I got sick of getting 13 to 14 mpg in the hemi
What I'll be able to use this 'em on my Cummins n14
what about the silver power service bottle? I use that and it seems to work well.
@RamEcoDieselSource
8 жыл бұрын
+Chris Pastuf Power service is a good basic additive yes but this stuff goes beyond basic is the best way to explain it.
what fuel company do you trust I usually go to Texaco or circle k for diesel I don't usually put shell in my truck but sometimes shell is cheaper then circle k these are my diesel prices here in Cali Chevron 3.09 Circle K 2.83 Shell 2.71
Thanks for the very informative video. With a new Ram 1500 Ecodiesel, should I wait 6 months before adding diesel extreme or add immediately to protect the new system?
@fjb4932
3 жыл бұрын
Don't put off preventive maintenance ...
What are the known problems with 2019 Ram 1500 generation forward?
Dare I take a chance to try this stuff? Well, since you seem to know a heck of a lot more about diesels than I do (just bought my 1st one) I guess the answer is yes. I would be interested in learning how Oregon's diesel fuel stands up to the rest of the Lower 48 states....
Stiction eliminator any good or safe to our ecodiesel?
Good video
Greate video, thanks man. Have you try or heard about Amsoil diesel additives, what's your thoughts?
I only go to Meijer here in Michigan. They do a great job of regulating their product and tanks... Plus I know they will cover repair of a vehicle that receives bad fuel from their pump. I thought I bought a bad tank from them once and they were more than willing to pay for repair if it was the case (turned out that my FPR just happened to give out, right after I filled up).
@shaw-man2253
Жыл бұрын
Meijer’s bottled water is horrible
@thedivinemissm7795
Жыл бұрын
@@shaw-man2253 well, they probably don't have the same coverage when it is only 'water' going in 'YOUR' tank...lol
Will that work when you are in limp mode and dpf filter is clogged
06 Chevy needed new turbo at 80,000-warranty. And again at 140,000. Started adding a correct additive instead. After 10,000 miles cleared up the turbo vanes that I was told were "sticking". That was 4 years ago. FYI
@rickyzazueta9637
3 жыл бұрын
Power service, and let turbo cool before cutting motor off
We have awesome fuel In Canada but I still run additives in my 6.0 in the winter time
Can you mix two additives together?
In the country where I live diesel with 500 PPM is the common stuff. The premium diesel is 50PPM. There are also no requirements for DEF and what not on diesel vehicles. What would happen if you had to put 50 or 500ppm in a modern US diesel truck?
@RamEcoDieselSource
8 жыл бұрын
It would destroy the after treatment system.
I add a cetane booster each time I fuel up and while at the pump talking to a guy and he mentioned about adding a Biocide to your diesel fuel. Never heard of that before. Could you give some info on this. Thanks
@benzlover55
3 жыл бұрын
Biocide (from what I understand) is for vehicles that sit a lot, or for fuel storage, or if you have a water/microbial problem in your diesel. Though using a little bit here and there for preventative maintenance can't hurt.
You us that every 6 months but the bodole says every 6k im gussing that gose by how many miles you drive the truck have you used the oil one yet
Does it clean def injector
Have a message on my eco diesel that engine will not start in 200 miles. Any help from anyone,?
just turned over 25k kms on my ecodiesel. guess its time to do the fuel filter any time.
@RamEcoDieselSource
8 жыл бұрын
+TheStuffz Yup mine was pretty bad at 15k miles.
I’m from IL and this Shit is true ! Pump to pump it’s totally different. Some of them make my engine knock like hell and make my idle erratic.
@imthesquareroot6125
4 жыл бұрын
I'm just north of you in Wisconsin. I'd highly recommend getting your Diesel at Costco. At least then you know for a fact the fuel is at a fixed quality standard the Top Tier certification.
@imthesquareroot6125
4 жыл бұрын
Ooof that maybe hard actually. The only Costco in Illinois that has diesel is 8400 W North Ave, Melrose Park, IL 60160
@benzlover55
3 жыл бұрын
@@imthesquareroot6125 I don't live in Illinois but the costcos around my area don't have diesel. It sucks.
Hello, What is your stance on Stanadyne additive? I use the Performance Formula on my lb7 duramax.
@BlueMax333
5 жыл бұрын
Wondering why you did not receive a reply?! These guys don't get paid to promote Stanadyne. LOL
@bradwagner4657
4 жыл бұрын
Jarrod Padilla I use it in my 7.3 idi and honestly I noticed a small difference in power and just sounding better which could’ve just been me but I did get better mpg
What does this do the the egr and emissions BS? A friend just did the swirl valves on his ‘15. Coated in disgusting soot
Can this be used in European Diesel cars?
that's awesome I have a question about the Motorcraft cetane they sell in the dealership does that compare to your everyday diesel treatment or is the everyday diesel treatment a better product I got a 2012 that I just purchased it only have 32 thousand miles on it so it's still brand new the guy barely drove it so I want to maintain this thing for as long as I can this truck is at 350 6 7 and it is a beast I love this truck so much it has so much power what should I use the everyday diesel treatment or the cetane they sell at the dealership
@RamEcoDieselSource
8 жыл бұрын
+jerry denning In general the motorcraft additives are very basic only performing minimal functions where as the Hot Shot EDT does much more for the fuel system.
I own a 2015 eco diesel, have had it for about 2 months (bought it CPO) i just did my egr maintenance and today i am doing my fuel filter 44K miles on it and it was never done. I will be looking at hot shot products to help my fuel system. If i can not find hot shots brand is there any other brands that you would recommend?
@frontcentermusician
4 жыл бұрын
Seriously?
As someone who works for a pipeline company I will tell you that it is true that the gas BP or any other oil company has at the station is more than likely not what they shipped from the refinery. It's what they add at their terminals that makes it theirs.
@eldoradony
8 жыл бұрын
+Brandon Arch Very true. Gasoline is a commodity and is also a fungible good. At he terminal, tankers fill up and sometimes add an additive to their load to make that load "Chevron with Techron" or "Mobil detergent gasoline". This is then delivered to your local gas station usually in an unbranded tanker with a changeable placard displaying the brand.
Would you recommend using the hot shot extreme on a new ecodiesel for the anti corrosion properties? Started using the EDT around 600 miles.
I used the stiction last oil change in my dmax I know it's not a ford but wanted engine clean
Looks like good stuff but I’m sticking with Archoil and OptiLube.
Couple questions: 1) do you also use Hot Shot's Secret HSS32Z Stiction Eliminator when you do oil changes? If so does it work well the Pennzoil 550042833-6PK Platinum Euro L Full Synthetic Silver 5W-30 Motor Oil Lubricant 2) do you also use Power Service 01016-09 +Cetane Boost Diesel Fuel Supplement in the winter time along with Hot Shot's Secret HSSEDT16ZS Everyday Diesel Treatment . Thanks
@RamEcoDieselSource
7 жыл бұрын
1) No need for the stiction eliminator on this engine it has common rail fuel.2) I use the power service product you have listed in winter months exclusively as it contains cetane boost too. Only when temps will consistently be below 30 degrees though.
Would those additives be ok to use on VW TDI engine? Just bought one last night and want it to stay performing it’s best.
@QLFProductions
5 жыл бұрын
So did I. You ever find an answer?
@BrianNC81
5 жыл бұрын
Would work great in your TDI. My BMW diesel loves EDT and Diesel extreme.
@JP-pl9mv
5 жыл бұрын
Okie Joe I just added some in my 2016 Passat
@HappyTimes024
3 жыл бұрын
QLF Productions yes it works with German diesel cars also
@Susu-uk6ft
3 жыл бұрын
Yes they should work fine. I use stanadyne and it keeps my BEW engine running great.
Do you recommend do the fuel treatment before of after a new fuel filter?
@RamEcoDieselSource
8 жыл бұрын
Either way you will be just fine. If you are thinking it is going to break up debris in the tank because you have not done this to yours yet they you will want to do this extreme diesel treatment 1k miles before your schedule filter change.
@rickyzazueta9637
3 жыл бұрын
Did you have ford channel?
I change fuel filter wix ever oil change
What if I pour the extreme straight into my fuel filter during filter change interval?
@Madcracka
4 жыл бұрын
that's a waste of money
Who supplies the diesel fuel in Illinois?
Will the hot shot hurt the after treatment system filter ?
@RamEcoDieselSource
7 жыл бұрын
+Pete Niemela no it is designed for it
I just want to be able to store diesel long term for my generator. Maybe some sulfur added, extra lube and longer storage.
Hello, I have 14000 Miles on my 2016 Ecodiesel And will be changing my fuel filter at 15000. I just ordered the Hot shot Diesel extreme clean and boost. Do you recommend me to use this product before I change my fuel filter or after I change my fuel filter, I do not know if it matters but I figure it my dirty up my new fuel filter if I do it it afterwards? Thanks, Bill
@spartancj1
7 жыл бұрын
bill blackwell use it after reason this is your filter already is filled with contaminants and if you go and have the system cleaned that filter isn't going to capture the gunk like a brand new filter would.
I have a 15 ecodiesel. Should I use the stiction eliminator?
@RamEcoDieselSource
6 жыл бұрын
no