Biomechanics

Fall 2009

no biodiesel, there's your problem

By Dan Freeman

An injection pump is a terrible thing to waste. So, is your IP well fed? Are your fuel filters restricted? Is your tank infected with the crud? Let take a look-see.....[MORE]

Fall 2009

mail order bio-ride

By Brian Roberts

I remember when I first saw her picture on a German website; those straight lines and blocky features... I'm not going to lie; I wanted her. Then when I found out all the things she could do, I had to have her. There was no domestic comparison. And the best thing about her: she was ready - biodiesel ready! ....[MORE]

Sustainability

a closer look at the heating system

By Jim Malloy & Craig Emerson

We have successfully used a 40-year-old oil tank, starting at a B5 we have gradually converted it to a B100 tank. If you are starting with a new tank, there is no reason not to start with B100. The B100 tank should be kept in a space that is dry, dark and kept at 52 degrees Farenheit or warmer.....[MORE]

Summer 2009

veg your warranty!

By David Rosenstraus

There are many people out there who want a brand new vehicle and who want to use biofuels, so here are some experiences to help shed some light on the warranty issue.....[MORE]

Spring 2009 / Golden Meniscus

write a letter, save a diesel

By Kumar Plocher

The current crop of new light duty diesel vehicles (car and truck models 2007½ and later) is not biodiesel compatible.While this may come as a shock to you, I assure you that it is the truth. The problem is the emissions.......[MORE]

Winter 2008

the saga of the '09 TDI and its bio-indigestion

By Jason Burroughs

I took delivery of my 2009 Volkswagen Jetta TDI (base model, manual transmission) on August 29th. I bought it with the express purpose of using B100 exclusively. I was up front with the dealer. I even have a "powered by 100% biodiesel" sticker on the back window.....[MORE]

Winter 2008

teach a woman to veg

By Troy Hottle

Pittsburgh's Steel City Biofuels, where I serve as Education and Outreach director, teamed up with local SVO system installer Fossil Free Fuel this summer to produce Basic Mechanics and Biofuels for Women, a workshop for the Allegheny Intermediate Unit........[MORE]