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Hello, my name is Dave Mann. I am a
Detroit Michigan Truck/Automotive Engineer and Lubrication
Specialist with 23 years OEM industry engineering experience.
I am also a longstanding Professional
Grade member of the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). This
prestigious position is ONLY granted to degreed engineers with
documented professional work experience in the vehicle and
component engineering industry.
The purpose of this website is to provide a source of expert lubrication
and filtration engineering and technical knowledge and assistance
unequaled in the business. My primary focus is to provide
comprehensive technical information regarding engine and powertrain
lubrication and filtration for the Ford Powerstroke Diesel, Dodge
Cummins Turbo Diesel and the GM Duramax Diesel.
Although I have been a Ford Engineer my entire career
and specialize in the Ford 6.4L, 6.0L and 7.3L Powerstroke Diesel, I
have extensive experience with the Dodge Cummins Turbo Diesel and
GM Duramax Diesel as well.
Diesel Fuel and Diesel Fuel Additives
Diesel fuel is a highly complex fuel. It changes chemical structure during
the time after it leaves the refinery to the time it is pumped
into holding tanks and into the fuel station to the time it gets
pumped into your vehicle. Fuel molecules oxidize and change
structure and the energy per unit volume of the fuel can change
during this process which can negatively affect the performance of
your engine. By using the proper type and ratio of fuel additives
you can effectively combat the effects of fuel degradation and increase the cetane
value of the fuel and allows the engine to extract more power from a
gallon of fuel, plus numerous other benefits.
Diesel fuel contains more energy per gallon than gasoline. The three types
of diesel fuel are 1D, 2D and a blend of the tow used during
the winter. 1D is a lighter grade of fuel and provides
less energy than 2D. Generally 1D can be used to
reduce/eliminate fuel gelling in cold winter climates or it
can be mixed with 2D.
The ignition quality of diesel fuel is measured by its cetane rating. The
higher the cetane level the easier the fuel burns evenly and
the produces power. Average diesel fuel is approximately a
40 cetane level. Large diesel trucks and diesel pickup
trucks such as the Powerstroke Diesel, Duramax Diesel
and Cummins Turbodiesel prefer a higher cetane rating in the
45-50 range which is considered premium diesel. However,
just because a diesel fuel pump says "premium" on it does
not necessarily mean that the cetane level is between 45-50
since different states have different regulations addressing
what constitutes a premium diesel fuel.
I recommend checking with the particular fuel station as to exactly what
cetane levels the fuel is they are selling, or if you use
the station regularly have the fuel tested to be assured of
quality fuel. Higher cetane numbers produce improved
driveability, reduced emissions and black smoke and the
driver of the vehicle can feel the power difference a
quality fuel with a high cetane number produces. This is why
I recommend AMSOIL Cetane Boost Additive to be used with
each tank of fuel. With the AMSOIL Cetane Boost you
can be assured your fuel is of the optimum cetane level for
maximum performance regardless of where you purchase your
fuel.
Diesel Fuels Changing to Meet New Standards
Diesel engine technology is rapidly evolving to meet new emissions
standards set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that will
go into effect in 2006. Substantial reductions in particulate matter
and nitrogen oxides are required of newer engines, resulting in the
use of exhaust aftertreatment devices. These devices are easily
poisoned by sulfur, so the pressure is on to further reduce the
level of sulfur in diesel fuels.
The EPA has proposed a cap of 15 parts per million (ppm) of sulfur
in diesel fuel beginning in 2006. Currently the level is 500 ppm.
This has led to a new class of ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuels (ULSD)
with levels of 50 ppm sulfur or lower.
New emission standards for heavy-duty truck and bus engines begin
with the model year 2004 and reflect the provisions of the Statement
of Principles (SOP) signed in 1995 by the EPA, The California Air
Resources Board (CARB) and the manufacturers of heavy-duty diesel
engines. The goal was to reduce nitrogen oxide (NOx) emission levels
from highway heavy-duty engines to approximately 2 grams per brake
horsepower per hour beginning in 2004.
Further, in May 2000, the EPA announced proposed emission standards
for model year 2007 and later heavy-duty highway engines to regulate
diesel fuel and to create emissions standards.
The ultra-low-sulfur diesel fuel has been proposed as a "technology
enabler" to pave the way for advanced, sulfur-intolerant exhaust
emission control technologies such as diesel particulate filters and
De-Nox catalysts, which will be necessary to meet the 2007 emission
standards.
To get the ultra-low-sulfur levels, refiners perform additional
hydroprocessing and higher-severity hydrotreating. While these
processes reduce sulfur levels, they also affect other fuel
properties. These fuels lost the natural lubricity provided by some
of the polar compounds present naturally in the fuel. Low-lubricity
fuels can result in premature wear and failure of fuel system
components.
Additionally, severely hydrotreated fuels can suffer from loss of
natural antioxidants that help prevent the fuel from forming gums
and sludges. A fuel's antioxidation properties are especially
important in today's fuel systems, where the fuel is exposed to high
temperatures. The ultra-low-sulfur fuels also can be more corrosive
than conventional fuels, requiring corrosion-inhibiting additives.
These fuels also can have very low electrical conductivity, causing
a safety concern with components such as high-velocity pumps, where
fuel can be exposed to significant static electrical charges.
Because of these challenges, some new diesel fuel blending options
are being introduced. Gas to liquid (GTL) technology yields diesel
blend stocks from stranded gas reserves that might not otherwise
make it to market. GTL diesel fuels are desirable blending
components because they have the very low sulfur levels as well as
high cetane numbers.
A major percentage of all problems with diesel engines are related
to fuel quality, according to Wards Auto World, an e-magazine that
offers consumers free auto advice on the Internet.
Diesel fuel can vary from one shipment to another and from one area
to another. Changing vendors or changes suppliers sometimes make to
the fuel they sell also bring different qualities of diesel fuel to
the market.
Three important components that vary the most in diesel fuel are
cetane, weight and viscosity.
Cetane defines the susceptibility of the fuel to self-ignite.
Acceptable cetane levels are between 40 and 45, but few fuel
distributors advertise this since each batch may be different.
Cetane influences both starting and combustion roughness on an
engine. High altitudes and low temperatures call for a greater
cetane number of the fuel.
The weight of the fuel of its gravity plays a role in the heat
content of the fuel. Number one is a "lighter" grade and number two
is "heavier," or weighs more per gallon. Number one provides better
starting in cold temperatures, but number two has better lubricating
qualities and contains more heat units (BTUs) per volume.
The number one fuel is less dense so it becomes thinner when heated
than the number two fuel. As the fuel temperature continues to rise,
fuel begins to leak through the high-pressure parts of the injection
pump causing it to pump less fuel, and that leakage results in a
power loss of between one percent and seven percent.
Diesel fuel treatments increase fuel quality and extend the lives of
engines. The only way to be sure of fuel quality is to treat it with
fuel additives.
AMSOIL Diesel Fuel Modifier treats and cleans the fuel system of
automotive and light truck diesel engines to improve overall vehicle
performance.
AMSOIL Cetane Boost Additive improves ignition quality and low-temp
starting, reduces cranking time, emissions and smoke, provides
smoother, quieter operation, increases efficiency and is compatible
with AMSOIL Diesel Fuel Additive Concentrate.
The Diesel Fuel Additive Concentrate improves fuel economy, extends
injector life, increases fuel stability, reduces emissions, improves
cold fuel flow and cold startability and controls injector wear in
heavy duty applications.
Diesel Concentrate (ADF)
View AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate Performance Fuel Additive Data Sheet
in PDF
Diesel fuel, like diesel engines, is changing to
meet emission and other
environmental requirements. The Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) has
introduced major changes in diesel fuel for 2007, including Ultra
Low
Sulfur Diesel fuel (ULSD), bringing the sulfur content to 15 ppm, a
staggering drop from the current requirement of 500 ppm. Lower
sulfur means
lower lubricity, the property that controls wear in the fuel
injectors and
fuel pump.
New emission regulations have brought on engine modifications such
as
exhaust gas recirculation (EGR), causing rapid TBN depletion due to
acid
formation and higher levels of soot loading in the oil. Higher soot
and
particulate content has resulted in the introduction of diesel
particulate
filters, but they clog easily, lowering engine efficiency. All of
these
changes mean that new diesel fuel needs quality fuel additives to
keep
equipment operating efficiently and prevent malfunction. AMSOIL has
made
some changes to its line of fuel additives. The changes reflect the
new
diesel fuel regulations and incorporate the latest in fuel additive
technology.
AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate has been
reformulated
with additional lubricity properties. The new AMSOIL Diesel
Concentrate
(ADF) is a total system cleaner and lubricity improver for all types
of
diesel engines. AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate compensates for the
quality
variances of different fuels (including biodiesels) and the
deficiencies of
today’s ULSD for better engine operation.
Reduces Cylinder Wear, Retains TBN Longer New low-emission
engine models with high rates of exhaust gas recirculation have
inherent lubricant
challenges. These engines dump excessive amounts of soot and acids
into the
oil, accelerating wear on the cylinder walls. Additionally, new
engine oils
meeting CJ-4 requirements will have lower sulfated ash content,
which
controls TBN levels. The new mandate only allows enough sulfated ash
content to reach a maximum TBN of eight, making TBN retention even
more
important. New AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate controls these issues by
neutralizing acids during combustion. This minimizes acidic cylinder
wear
and reduces the rate of engine oil TBN depletion, maintaining engine
oil
quality longer for better protection.
Minimizes Soot Loading AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate is a
powerful cleaner that
cleans fuel injectors and piston rings for improved combustion and
better
sealing. It minimizes soot generated from incomplete combustion and
helps
keep soot out of the crankcase. Reduced soot loading controls soot
related
wear and engine oil viscosity increase.
Fuel Stabilizer Fuel degradation can cause gums, which increase
deposits
and the chance of filter plugging. AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate
significantly
improves the oxidation and thermal stability of diesel fuel. It
overcompensates for ULSD fuel’s potential stability loss caused by
extra
processing and sulfur removal. Diesel fuel treated with AMSOIL
Diesel
Concentrate easily meets the requirements of the National Council of
Weights and Measures (NCWM) Premium Diesel Fuel Specification for
resisting
diesel fuel degradation.
Improves Fuel Economy and Restores Horsepower Diesel engines
become less
efficient over time. Fuel injector deposits interrupt spray
patterns,
causing poor fuel atomization, incomplete combustion, excessive
emissions
and smoke. Tests prove that AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate cleans dirty
injectors, not only improving fuel economy by up to five percent,
but also
restoring horsepower to like new. Acceleration is improved, and with
regular use, AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate continues to enhance
performance by
keeping injectors clean.
No-Cost Additive High fuel prices are increasing operating costs for
everyone. AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate has proven in industry standard
tests
to improve fuel economy in used diesel engines by up to five
percent. At
$3.00 per gallon for diesel fuel, even a modest three percent
improvement
in fuel economy equals a savings of $0.09 per gallon. With a treat
rate of
one oz. of AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate to five gallons of fuel, at
U.S.
Retail price the net treat cost of AMSOIL ADF is $0.083 per gallon,
bringing the total savings to $0.007 per gallon and negating the
cost of
AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate altogether.
Improves Water Tolerance AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate is an
alcohol-free
product that protects fuel systems against water contamination. It
helps
prevent fuel/water emulsions and it protects metal against rust.
Water can
be drained easier and fuel filters are less likely to plug, ensuring
drivability.
AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate Replaces AMSOIL Diesel Modifier AMSOIL
Diesel
Modifier is discontinued, and new AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate is
applicable
in its place. There are no longer different fuel additives for
heavy- and
light-duty diesel engines, simplifying applications for customers.
New
AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate meets and exceeds all catalytic converter
requirements.
AMSOIL Diesel Cold Flow Improver Combining AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate
with a cold flow improvement property is not cost effective in the
summer months,
or to AMSOIL customers who live in the south. To keep costs down for
customers, AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate no longer includes a cold flow
improver. Instead, AMSOIL provides new AMSOIL Diesel Cold Flow
Improver
(DFF) for low-temperature applications below 40°F.
Diesel fuel forms wax crystals and gels in cold temperatures,
plugging the
fuel filter and affecting engine operation. AMSOIL Diesel Cold Flow
Improver for diesel fuel is designed for use with ULSD, yet works
well with
conventional fuels. It functions by modifying the wax crystal
formation at
low temperatures to depress the pour point and improve the cold flow
filtration properties. AMSOIL Diesel Cold Flow Improver lowers the
cold
filter plugging point by as much as 20°F and decreases the need for
#1
diesel fuel that is diluted with kerosene. AMSOIL Diesel Cold Flow
Improver
contains jet fuel-type deicer to help prevent ice formation in fuels
contaminated with water. It is recommended for use with diesel
engines and
is compatible with diesel exhaust particulate filters (DPFs). AMSOIL
Diesel
Cold Flow Improver is excellent for use with AMSOIL Diesel
Concentrate and
AMSOIL Cetane Boost Additive. Recommended mix ratio is one oz. of
additive
per five gallons of fuel.
Heating Oil Improver AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate provides many of the
same
benefits in heating oil furnace applications. For this reason, Home
Heating
Fuel Extender (AHF) is discontinued. AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate
provides
fuel oil storage stability, water stability, rust protection, fuel
oil
filter longevity, and in certain applications its detergency
properties
should keep fuel oil nozzles clean for proper spray in the
combustion
chamber. AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate promotes trouble-free operation.
AMSOIL
Diesel Cold Flow Improver is recommended where fuel oil is stored
outside.
Recommendations AMSOIL Diesel Concentrate is recommended for use
with all
types of heavy and light-duty, on or off-road and marine diesel
engines.
The recommended mix ratio is one oz. of additive per five gallons of
fuel.
It should be used with every new tank of fuel for the best
performance and
protection against fuel pump wear, injector wear and injector
deposits. It
is compatible with all types of exhaust emission systems such as
diesel
particulate filters (DPFs). It is recommended that AMSOIL Diesel
Concentrate be added to fuel before storage. Diesel Concentrate is
excellent for use with AMSOIL Cetane Boost and AMSOIL Diesel Cold
Flow
Improver.
Sweeping Changes All AMSOIL fuel additive products will be sold in
16 oz.
bottles that have 22 ml. openings that fit directly into gas tanks.
The
bottles are natural in color with graduations on the label to ensure
correct dosages. All products have a new mix ratio of one oz. of
additive
to five gallons of fuel (one bottle treats 80 gallons of fuel).
AMSOIL
Diesel Concentrate and Diesel Cold Flow Improver are now available
in the
new, more convenient bottle.
Manufacturer
Specific Diesel Pickup Truck Pages:
Ford Power Stroke 7.3L and 6.0L
Ford Power Stroke 6.4L
Duramax Diesel
Dodge Cummins
View AMSOIL 15W-40 Synthetic Heavy Duty Diesel Oil Data Sheet in PDF
View AMSOIL Series 3000 Synthetic Heavy Duty Diesel Oil Data Sheet
in PDF
View AMSOIL 5W-40 Synthetic Premium Diesel Oil Data Sheet in PDF-
for 2007 and Newer Diesels
View AMSOIL Diesel Power Product Literature for Diesel Pickups in
PDF
View AMSOIL Synthetic Diesel Oils Product and Tech Literature- Very
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8.2% More
MPG
with AMSOIL Synthetic Lubricants
 Replacing
popular conventional engine and driveline lubricants
with AMSOIL synthetic lubricants in Class 8
diesel-fueled vehicles increases fuel mileage up to
8.2% according
to the findings of an independent test facility.
Fuel accounts for roughly 37 percent
of Class 8 truck operating expenses, and reducing
fuel expenses is a top priority for truck operators.
AMSOIL is the leader in the race to
develop fuel efficient low-viscosity lubricants for
trucking and other heavy-duty diesel applications.
Independent laboratory testing shows AMSOIL Series
3000 Synthetic 5W-30 Heavy Duty Diesel Oil in the
engine and AMSOIL synthetics in the drivetrain
provide up to 8.2 percent more miles-per-gallon than
other popular lubricants provide.
Introduction
At the request of AMSOIL INC., an independent
research institute conducted a month-long test
com-paring the fuel consumption of Class 8 diesel
trucks equipped with AMSOIL synthetic lubricants to
Class 8 diesel trucks equipped with conventional
lubricants.
The research institute used the SAE
J1321 Joint TMC/SAE Fuel Consumption Test
Procedure-Type II, an industry standard test
procedure for comparing in-service fuel consumption
of a vehicle operated under two conditions, one with
the control lubricants in place, the other with the
test lubricants in place.
Vehicles and
Route
 The
three test and one control vehicles were 1995
International Model 9200 truck-tractors with Cummins
M-11 engines (rated at 350 hp at 1600 rpm), Fuller
RTXF 14710B transmissions, Eaton Model DS/RS 404
drive axles (3.90 ratio), 11R-24.5 low-profile tires
and new oil and air filters. All four vehicles had
been operated between 250,000 and 285,000 miles
prior to the study.
The trucks were equipped with
auxiliary weigh fuel tanks and quick disconnect
couplings to facilitate accurate data gathering.
Each truck pulled a 45-foot long flatbed trailer
equipped with 11R-24.5 low-profile tires and loaded
with concrete blocks so that the gross vehicle
weight (GVW) of each vehicle was 75,550 +/-100 lbs.
 The
test route represented typical long-haul interstate
highway operations, with asphalt road surfaces and
generally flat terrain. The low traffic density
route covered a total of 40 miles with a 20-mile
southbound segment and the return north-bound
segment. Fuel consumption was measured separately
for each direction.
Lubricants
and Fuels
The control lubricants were Shell Rotella T 15W-40
for the engines, Quaker State SAE 90 for the
transmissions and Citco 85W-140 for the drive axles.
The control truck used the control lubricants for
all driving segments and the test trucks used the
control lubricants for their baseline segments.
The test lubricants were AMSOIL
Series 3000 Synthetic 5W-30 Heavy Duty Diesel Oil
for the engines, AMSOIL Series 2000 Synthetic 20W-50
Racing Oil for the transmissions and AMSOIL Series
2000 Synthetic 75W-90 Gear Lube for the drive axles.
The test vehicles used the test lubricants for their
test segments.
All vehicles used Exxon No. 2 diesel
fuel dispensed from the same storage tank for all
driving segments.
Procedure
Each test vehicle ran a baseline segment, in which
the truck was equipped with the control lubricants,
and three test segments, in which it was equipped
with test lubricants. The control vehicle
concurrently ran each driving segment using control
lubricants.
Conditions including speed, tire
pressure, headlight and fan use and window openings
were held constant between all vehicles in each
driving segment. Finally, testing proceeded only if
wind direction, wind speed and temperature were
within test parameters.
Results
The weight of fuel consumed by each test vehicle and
the weight of fuel consumed by the control vehicle
in each driving segment were used to determine the
percentage of fuel saved and the percentage fuel
efficiency improvement obtained by the test
lubricants. Results outside 2 percent of the norm
were discarded.
Findings
The vehicles equipped with AMSOIL synthetic
lubricants in the engines, transmissions and drive
axles demonstrated up to an 8.2 percent increase in
miles per gallon (mpg) over the mpg obtained by the
vehicles equipped with the control lubricants.
Discussion
Test conditions were held close to ideal for maximum
fuel economy. In many instances of less-than-ideal
conditions, the synthetic test lubricants would have
provided even more fuel economy improvement. For
example, synthetics superior cold temperature
fluidity provides a larger proportion of fuel
savings in cold operating conditions.
Additionally, while the present
study did not include analysis of wear control, wear
control is an important issue with low viscosity
lubricants and one fully addressed by AMSOIL through
additional testing.
Traditionally, the benefit of
improved fuel economy provided by low viscosity
lubricants is offset by a penalty in wear control.
Such is not the case with Series 2000 and 3000
lubricants, as evidenced by Four-Ball Wear testing
conducted by an independent laboratory (results
shown on product labels) and a growing body of
demonstration and on-road data.
 For
example, an ongoing fleet demonstration is providing
evidence of the excellent wear control of Series
3000. Since January 1996, AMSOIL and a northern tier
trucking fleet have been conducting a demonstration
using Series 3000 in the 1996 Cummins N-14 ESP3
engines of five 1996 Kenworth class 8 trucks.
The trucks traveled 125,000 miles
with-out an oil change and the rate of wear metal
generation found in used Series 3000 samples was
lower than that found in used control oil, Pennzoil
Long Life 15W-40, which is changed at 20,000-mile
intervals.
Additionally, the viscometrics of
the AMSOIL fluids provide a wear control benefit in
cold temperature applications since low viscosity
fluids flow more freely in cold temperatures than
high viscosity fluids do. Oils that flow easily in
cold temperatures provide faster post-startup wear
protection in cold engines than do less fluid oils.
They also provide easier starting and reduced
battery drain.
Finally, AMSOIL product users are
protected by the AMSOIL warranty, which, unlike
warranties offered by other oil companies, is not
limited by time or mileage and does not require user
registration and approval.
Conclusion
AMSOIL synthetic engine, transmission and drive axle
lubricants provide a safe and effective means to
significantly increase class 8 truck fuel economy.
AMSOIL Series 3000 Synthetic 5W-30
Heavy Duty Diesel Motor Oil provides better wear
protection than these popular high viscosity diesel
oils. In fact, independent testing showed the
high-viscosity oils tested produced wear scars up to
45 percent larger than that of Series 3000.
What Does a
Savings of 8.2% Mean?
Imagine a fleet of 100 class 8
vehicles running an average 120,000 miles per year
at an average 6.5 mpg with diesel fuel at $1.35 a
gallon. The fleet spends $2,492,308 on fuel
annually. Now imagine the fleet uses AMSOIL products
and improves its miles-per-gallon by 8.2 percent.
The fleet now spends $2,303,427 on fuel annually.
Thats a
savings of $188,881! That money could buy
a years worth of AMSOIL synthetic lubricants for the
fleet plus a years fuel for 3 to 6 trucks with cash
left over!
CUMMINS
M-11 ENGINE
Sump capacity: 9 gallons
| With oil
changes at 120,000-mile intervals |
| 900 gal
AMSOIL Series 3000 Synthetic 5W-30 Heavy
Duty Diesel Oil |
|
($18.35/gal in 275-gal totes or 55-gal
drums) |
$16,515 |
| With oil
changes at 60,000-mile intervals |
|
1800 gal @ $18.35/gal |
$33,030 |
| With oil
changes at 40,000-mile intervals |
|
2700 gal @ $18.35/gal |
$49,545 |
| With oil
changes at 20,000-mile intervals |
|
5400 gal @ $18.35/gal |
$99,090 |
FULLER
RTXF-14710B TRANSMISSION
Sump: 25.5 pints (3.2 gal)
One fluid fill
| 320 gal
Series 2000 20W-50 Synthetic Racing Oil |
|
($18.35/gal in 275-gal totes or 55-gal
drums) |
$5,872 |
EATON MODEL
DS 404 DRIVE AXLES
Sump: 63 pints (7.9 gal)
One fluid fill
| 790 gal
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$120,604 |
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