Does Freedom Fuel America sell the ingredients used for Biodiesel production?
No. The lye is easy to find at your local hardware store, usually under the plumbing supplies section. It is commonly used as a drain opener. Look for 100% pure, undiluted lye. Do NOT purchase liquid lye. Lye granules or flakes can sometimes be purchased in bulk, but care must be taken in storage to keep it dry at all times. Lye is corrosive. Avoid contact with skin. Wear eye protection when handling lye. Follow all safety precautions on the product label. Methanol can be more difficult to find, depending on local availability. It is commonly sold as motor racing fuel. Look in your local yellow pages for a supplier under headings such as automotive racing, racetracks and fuel. You should NOT use a blended methanol. You should NOT use any fluids which contain methylated spirits, mineral spirits, or isopropyl alcohol. You should NOT use ethanol. Methanol is highly combustible, and should be treated and handled with the same caution and care as gasoline. The production of Biodiesel MUST b
