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  1. cranetruck

    multi fuel 101

    I think there is a greater chance for fuel to end up in the crankcase by it sneeking by cold piston rings. I have had two lab oil analyses (pl?) done over the years and no fuel has been detected in the oil (My fdc in not bypassed). The fdc is sealed from the rest of the IP governor housing...
  2. cranetruck

    multi fuel 101

    Absolutely. The IP works just fine w/o the FDC. The FDC only finetunes the fuel delivery. When using veggie oil, the ambient temp becomes a BIG factor (actually for biodiesel too). Veggie oil and BD will begin to cloud at 40F. Must be heated or mixed with diesel. gasoline or kerosene for colder...
  3. cranetruck

    multi fuel 101

    Cole, how is this for an explanation: The fuel viscocity compensator is located on the top rear portion of the IP. A piston within the unit moves in accordance with the fuel pressure acting on it. The fuel pressure in turn varies as its viscocity varies. A lighter fuel (gasoline) will produce a...
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