How Do You Run Mitsubishi 2.8 Diesel Engines On Veg Oil?
Mitsubishi 2.8 diesel engines can be run on straight vegetable oil (SVO), if the oil is heated to a similar viscosity as diesel fuel. This oil can be any vegetable blend, such as corn or canola, even used fryer grease. The average backyard mechanic can convert a Mitsubishi vehicle in about three hours. Locate a suitable place for the vegetable oil tank. Typically, the 2.8 Mitsubishi motor is installed into trucks and SUV’s, and the tank (usually less than 25 gallons) can be situated in the bed area or in the rear of the vehicle. Vegetable oil is not as flammable as gasoline or diesel fuel in it’s room temperature state and requires minimal ventilation, but most states have laws regarding on-board vehicle fuel storage. Check local requirements for tank placement. Install the fuel lines to the engine. Most kits have thick tubing that can run the oil from the rear of the truck to the front. The line needs to be coupled to the existing fuel delivery system or have it’s own switched pump. I
