Can B20 Bio-diesel cause, or prevent problems for my diesel engine?
This depends on the age of the car. Bio-diesel is a solvent and may affect some seals, gaskets, and adhesives, particularly those made before 1993 and those made from natural or nitrile rubber. Most diesel engines manufactured after 1994 have been constructed with gaskets and seals that are bio-diesel resistant. Earlier engine models or rebuilds may use older gasket and seal materials and present a risk of swelling, leaking, or failure. Fuel pumps may contain rubber valves that may fail. B20 Bio-diesel cleans dirty engine deposits, which may result in you needing an initial fuel filter change. B20 Bio-diesel fuel is being widely used in various areas around the United States and Canada. Its production and distribution is expanding rapidly throughout the U.S. and Canada. Now that B20 Bio-diesel has been gaining wide-spread distribution and popularity, questions are being asked for which some of the more common questions are answered below. Q.16 Does B20 Bio-diesel perform as well as reg
