Re: [Biofuel] Was Debatable statement? [Now] Metro in crash

Hello, As a note a Metro does just fine in a head on crash. I don't understand this concept that bigger is better in a crash. My sister hit a car that failed to stop at an intersection with her Metro. She was cruising at 55 mph. The car was of course totaled, but she was just fine,

Re: [Biofuel] What is Bio-Oil ???

Hello, I just wanted to let you know that this power plant is being constructed as we speak. It is being installed in my town to power a hard wood flooring company. When it is running I will let you know. Aidan Dear ALL I recently come across a newspaper article in Canada

[Biofuel] Davco Filter

Hello, I was wondering if anyone has purchased the Alternative Fuel Filter from DavcoMFG? Here is a link to the website: http://www.davcomfg.com/model234.htm It looks like a well-designed filter for our purposes, but just like everything is it quite pricey. I look forward to

Re: [Biofuel] B100 TDI cold start in a pinch exhaust tip

Hello, I noticed in your post that you have a Ranger Turbo Diesel. I was wondering how you like it? Are you able to get parts? i.e. glow plugs, glow plug relay, timing belts etc. The reason I am asking is that I acquired an 87 turbo diesel in the summer and I plan to put the engine in

Re: [biofuel] Re: biofuel start-up biodiesel project

Stuart, I would be interested in the plans if you wouldn't mind making them available. Aidan I have two suggestions for you, both of which have been done on a large scale in New Mexico, USA. 1) Is tire houses, the used tires are free, they are easy to build with, no

[biofuel] WVO dificulties

Hello, First of all I apologize for the cross post, but I would like to get as much advice as possible. I recently converted my 90 Jetta to WVO. Before making the conversion I have done many things to the engine, like a rebuilt injector pump, new injectors, rebuilt the head, new rings and

Re: [biofuel] OT: anybody have a 1.6 VW diesel head or motor for sale?

Mark, Check out http://www.baumtools.com/ I bought my timing tools from them. The timing tools have been invaluable. If you are still stuck for the tools please e-mail me off list I may be able to help you out. Aidan [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: girl mark [EMAIL

Re: [biofuel] Re: (fwd) (fwd) First day driving the ACPropulsion car

Charles, Would you have any pictures or details of your heater? I want to make a waste oil heater to heat the vegetable oil via coolant lines. I made burner with an air pump and two cans, but the flame was way to high. Thank you, Aidan - Original Message - From: charles [EMAIL

Re: [biofuel] Re: The Myth of the 3,000 Mile Oil Change

Hello, As an extra note with the ranger. I have a 1987 with 310, 000 km shooting for 400, 000 km + and the most oil I use is 500 ml every 5, 000 km. The engine misses a little on idle, but works great otherwise. I just need a new box. :) Just a note. Aidan - Original Message

[biofuel] OT VW motor

Hello, Around a couple of weeks ago someone posted a link for a VW diesel engine rebuilder in the states. Would that person be able to re-post the link? I am thinking of getting a new block for my 1.6L Jetta. Thank you, Aidan [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Re: [biofuel] Web space

Keith, With your comments in mind I will only obtain enough space for my own personal use. As a side note though I find the list website too difficult to bother going to. I never register with any real info at any site (especially yahoo and MSN, therefore I find it difficult to

[biofuel] Web space

Hello, I am enquiring with these two groups to see if anyone would be interested in some free web space to post pictures and links. I have often seen e-mails where people wish to upload pics of their process or their vehicle conversion but it seems that the only place available is Yahoo,

Re: Bypass Filtration was Re: [biofuel] Engine oil choices

? -- -- Martin Klingensmith http://infoarchive.net/ http://nnytech.net/ A Wilkins wrote: Todd, Your statement of government using bypass filters has lead Caterpillar to no longer warranty their engines for the military (in a particular vehicle). It has been found

[biofuel] Coolant Heating

for the coolant lines running to the WVO tank? I look forward to your replies. Aidan Wilkins [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups Sponsor -~-- Buy Ink Cartridges or Refill Kits for your HP, Epson, Canon or Lexmark Printer

Re: [biofuel] Coolant Heating

look forward to your replies. Aidan Wilkins [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Biofuels list archives: http://archive.nnytech.net/index.php?list=biofuel

[biofuel] Engine problems

Hello, Thank you to all that helped me with my engine problem about a week ago. I would like to let you know that my problem was caused by an over filled crankcase (stupid me). Fortunately my car is fine, a few new gaskets and about 4 hours of work and my car is running like new. Thank

[biofuel] Mustard oil and other research papers

Hello, Here is a link to the University of Idaho. They have several papers on alternative fuels. I have a particular interest in report KLK310 it discusses the use of mustard oil for producing Biodiesel. I think it is worth a read.

Re: [biofuel] oil crop yields

Google) before I dare ask the group for knowledge again. btw. my home page is sympatico and my search bar is always on with Copernic. Aidan Wilkins - Original Message - From: Ken Provost To: biofuel@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, October 24, 2003 9:00 PM Subject: Re

[biofuel] oil crop yields

Hello, Would anyone know how much oil you get out of a tonne of canola seed? It seems that our market boards in Canada sell seeds by the bushel or tonne. Thank you, Aidan Wilkins [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups Sponsor

Re: [biofuel] Off topic. Mechanical help

Eric, I have the 1.6 L non turbo. I will be sure to tell the group how it goes. Aidan Wilkins - Original Message - From: Erik Lane To: biofuel@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, October 19, 2003 10:10 PM Subject: Re: [biofuel] Off topic. Mechanical help as you

[biofuel] Off topic. Mechanical help

Hello, I have mechanical question which I hope someone in the group can help me with. Yesterday evening I finished rebuilding my 90 jetta diesel. I had the head rebuilt, replaced the connecting rod bearings, rings and ridge reamed the cylinders. Everything went together nicely.

Re: [biofuel] Synthetic Oil

are changing their oil @ 5, 000 km what would happen if they all changed theirs @ 10, 000 or even 15, 000 km. There would be a whole lot more oil left at the end of every day. Aidan Wilkins Co-Owner MotorKote of Canada (519)-768-0948 [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Martin

Re: [biofuel] Synthetic Oil

when you run synthetic? Aidan Wilkins Co-Owner MotorKote of Canada (519)-768-0948 [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Martin Klingensmith To: biofuel@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, September 18, 2003 9:51 PM Subject: RE: [biofuel] Synthetic Oil Are you saying

Re: [biofuel] Synthetic Oil

cents. Aidan Wilkins Co-Owner MotorKote of Canada (519)-768-0948 [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: geoff To: biofuel@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, September 18, 2003 1:57 PM Subject: [biofuel] Synthetic Oil I have been using Neo for many years Works great

[biofuel] Brain fart. Any comments

to heat the WVO, but I am sure there would still be a lot of heat left over. Any thoughts would be appreciated. Here is the .pdf page with the generator specs. http://www.gensetcentral.com/XS650U.PDF Aidan Wilkins Co-Owner MotorKote of Canada (519)-768-0948 [EMAIL PROTECTED] [Non

[biofuel] Gas car fuel milage

economy. On another note though I will be converting my Jetta to run on SVO/WVO when I rebuild the engine in the next couple of weeks. Aidan Wilkins London Ontario Canada [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups Sponsor

[biofuel] Fuel filter help?

a filter for WVO, but I am not sure of how many Gallons per hour it should be able to handle? I look forward to hearing from you. Aidan Wilkins London, Ontario Canada [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups Sponsor

[biofuel] Gel point reducer

Hello, Was surfing around the net and found this. http://www.powerservice.com/arcticexpress_biodiesel_antigel.asp Hope it may help some people in the colder climates. :) Thank you, Aidan [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups

[biofuel] Injector pump help.

Hello, I have recently had to change the injection pump in my 90 Jetta 1.6L non turbo (non biofuel related). I developed an air leak in the pump which allowed the fuel to back draw into the tank. This made starting the vehicle very difficult. I did the work myself and have timed it to

[biofuel] O.T. but relevent.

Hello, I would really appreciate it if some of you could check out the following link and provide your comments as to the validity of this persons claims. It is an electric pump for the coolant system which replaces the mechanical one (if you want). After reading the article I feel that

Re: [biofuel] running a house from a generator

has to have the time, money, and the desire to try them. For most people this is not a possibility or they simply would rather do other things. As another note the current gen's are not new. But still cost 5-10 K for some of us that is a lot of money. Aidan Aidan Wilkins wrote: Hello

Re: [biofuel] running a house from a generator

Hello, When you take into account that you would be getting a large discount for the propane because your order is large. As well as the fact that you require 2 15+ KW generators to keep the place running it would be a close call. You need 2 generators that can handle the full power

[biofuel] WVO Hazardous?

Hello, Just a few thoughts. Why is waste vegetable oil considered hazardous in some areas? As in how do some companies get away with charging restraints money to take away the waste vegetable oil but you and I can just throw out used cooking oil? If I convert my vehicle to

[biofuel] SVO questions

Hello, I am getting ready to convert my '90 VW to run on SVO. I have a few questions which I hope you can help me with. 1. Does SVO affect copper and vice versa? 2. Since diesels are so efficient the fuel is not used very quickly, therefore even though you have kept the oil warm right

[biofuel] Straight WVO question (hydrogen comment)

Hello, I have a quick question about installing a SVO/biodiesel tank. I own a 1990 VW Jetta which has a large space (10L +) available under the hood on the passenger side. I plan on having a stainless steel tank made which will fit there. What I would like to know is if I will need to

[biofuel] Message Heading

I also have to agree with the need to change the subject heading. We seem to loose a lot of people on the list becuase there is too much information. Also to make it clear for some people I have an Athlon 1.2Ghz with a cable connection so I am able to load all the messages!, but like

[biofuel] Please ignore (delete)

I am sorry for sending this but I wanted to see if my account is still bouncing. [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Please do NOT send unsubscribe messages to the list address. To unsubscribe, send

[biofuel] Comments needed

forward to positive and negative comments. As I said I am in my early 20's and not very knowledgeable with what has already been tried. Sincerely Aidan Wilkins [Non-text portions of this message have been removed] Yahoo! Groups Sponsor -~-~ Get

Re: [biofuel] Warming Fossil Diesel

mean what do the other customers do with it? Malcolm - Original Message - From: Aidan Wilkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: biofuel@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, March 04, 2001 2:28 AM Subject: Re: [biofuel] Warming Fossil Diesel Ed. Wal-Mart only has it in 4L jugs

[biofuel] First Batch

Hello, Yesterday I completed my first batch of Bio-diesel (only 500Ml) in a blender. I used new cooking oil (canola). As far as I can tell it went all right. I do have some questions though. When I read From the fryer to the fuel tank the author indicated that they never washed

Re: [biofuel] Warming Fossil Diesel

should check out the Co-Op, I think TSC is only in the east. :-) Ed - Original Message - From: Aidan Wilkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: biofuel@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, March 02, 2001 8:28 PM Subject: [biofuel] Warming Fossil Diesel Hello, Just a quick

Re: [biofuel] Warming Fossil Diesel

have known. In 45 Gal drums or just smaller? Ed From: Aidan Wilkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] Reply-To: biofuel@yahoogroups.com Date: Sat, 3 Mar 2001 15:48:02 -0500 To: biofuel@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [biofuel] Warming Fossil Diesel Ed. Thank you for the tip

[biofuel] Warming Fossil Diesel

Hello, Just a quick question. While I was buying supplies today for making my first batch of Biodiesel I mentioned to the gentleman helping me what I was buying the supplies for. His comment was that if you heat fossil diesel your fuel mileage will increase. Is this true? If so would

[biofuel] Methanol Help

Hell, I hate to ask what is probably a dumb question but I am very frustrated at this point. What I would like to know is if Methyl Hydrate is the same as Methanol what we require for manufacturing bio-diesel. I live in Ontario Canada and have not had much luck finding a product that

Re: [biofuel] Methanol Help

well right down to sourcesBR for everything.BR It might provide you with some good reading while you look forBR reasonably priced methanol, and above all; Keep the Faith.BR BR Scott NikolaiBR BR - Original Message -BR From: Aidan Wilkins [EMAIL PROTECTED]BR To: biofuel

Re: [biofuel] Methanol Help

ancestors, we borrow it from our children. -- - Original Message - From: Aidan Wilkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: biofuel@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, February 27, 2001 6:20 PM Subject: [biofuel] Methanol Help Hell, I hate to ask what is probably a dumb question but I