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denverhank
Explorer
Mar 06, 2016

How do you avoid Bio Diesel (over B5) while on the road?

After spending $4k on injectors, a new turbo and FICM module this winter, I'd like to learn how to avoid the stations on the highway that sell that B20 ****. My 6L Powerstroke doesn't like that ****. Even the B5 isn't that great but seems everywhere I've stopped to fuel up has that at a minimum.
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  • KD4UPL's avatar
    KD4UPL
    Explorer
    Mar 06, 2016
    It must be a local problem. Around here (western VA) it's hard to find Biodiesel if you wan too. I've seen it a few places but it's very rare. Or, maybe they just put it everywhere and don't tell anybody.
  • Trackrig's avatar
    Trackrig
    Explorer II
    Mar 06, 2016
    I have an 05 6.0. How did poor fuel harm the FICM module? I know low batteries in the winter can harm them. If you go to the 6.0 diesel forums, most of them recommend a larger alternator to help the FICM and installing a larger gauge positive cable from the alternator to the battery. If you look at the OEM cable, it's rather pathetic.

    Bill
  • Lynnmor's avatar
    Lynnmor
    Explorer
    Mar 06, 2016
    Almost impossible to avoid it. Thank your government for that. I have a Titan tank that helps me be a bit choosy where I buy.

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