Edward Trunk Posted September 30, 2009 Share Posted September 30, 2009 I have a tank of heating oil in my cave, inherited from the previous owner. Is this the same as car diesel, and could I use it in my car? I realise that it's highly illegal to do so, and I would deservedly be dragged off to Madame la Guillotine, so treat it as an innocent scientific enquiry. (I have installed a wood-pellet stove, and so don't need this oil). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob T Posted September 30, 2009 Share Posted September 30, 2009 Most, but not all, heating oil is 35 sec and diesel is 28 sec. You could use it in small quantities mixed with diesel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Théière Posted September 30, 2009 Share Posted September 30, 2009 better use it up before winter, it may not contain the anti waxing agent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dave21478 Posted September 30, 2009 Share Posted September 30, 2009 I would not use it in any modern diesel engine like a common-rail or HDi style engine. An older deisel with a basic mechanical pump should be fine, but I would run it 50:50 with normal diesel as a precaution.My sister used to own a mkI clio diesel which she ran on neat heating oil. It soldiered on for about 18 months, but towards the end it produced a smoke-screen James Bond would have been proud to use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thunderhorse Posted September 30, 2009 Share Posted September 30, 2009 I've just bought a vintage diesel tractor (56 Major.) Even here, it's recommended a maximum of 50:50 mix. Apparently, heating oil burns hotter than road or 'farm' diesel (perhaps because it's not compression/ignition - sais pas.)I was speaking to a guy the other day who's just been landed with a €3000 bill for engine repairs to his car. He was using neat heating oil...Not worth it, methinks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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