[Biofuel] my opinion of Northern Tool
Keith, et. al., I cannot not in good conscience recommend the vendor Northern Tool. They market products of poor quality, sell warranties quickly for the same products and when those products fail- won't deliver per the terms of the warranty. Respectfully submitted, Michael The British philosopher Bertrand Russell once wrote that the trouble with the world is that the stupid are cocksure and the intelligent are full of doubt. Michael Lendzian ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
[Biofuel] my opinion of Northern Tool
Thanks Keith. Keep on trucking! Michael Lendzian ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: [Biofuel] methoxide solution - missing scale
Brian, so I guess you were never the cadillac-man type? This is your situation. You've got yourself a Caddy of a PH Tester. Enjoy. Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.569.3044 (help desk) ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
[Biofuel] Peugeot 505 Cooling System Problems...
Brian, When you get an old car, never assume that the last guy to turn a wrench on it was competent. (Sorry to be negative! Yes, been there, down that!) It sounds like you have an over pressure issue in the engine caused one of several things. Check that the coolant is good, buy a coolant tester. Definately replace the thermostat on the car. Make sure that the thermostat is installed correctly. For example, in my Benz shop book, they have the picture wrong on how to assemble the thermostat. Make sure that the parts you are troubling yourself over are the correct spec for the car. Check that thermostat is operating at the correct temperature for the car. Just because it's in/on the car, don't assume that it's OEM. Sorry, you've just got to do your homework. The coolant system has to pressurize to work correctly. Go over the entire cooling system with a fine tooth comb. Get good quality parts, stay away from the fast food- style auto parts places who sell marginal quality parts. Just My 2 cents... -Michael Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.569.3044 (help desk) ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: [Biofuel] Mercedes 84
Peter, Hi- Michael here. I own an '82 300TDT wagon There is a pickup screen in the fuel tank. You need to make sure that the filters stay clean, keep an extra filter Pre main on hand (in the car). All rubber fuel lines need to be in good shape. (soft not hard) It is also important that the diesel injection overflow lines routed from cylinder to cylinder are in very good condition. If these are old, then the car will idle roughly. Get a shop book and become very familar with the car over time. Your car is a grease car dream. Think about running this car on SVO, using a heated tank system. -Michael PS- there should be a boat load benz info contained on this list's archives, even though is this not a vehicle based list serv. The 123 style benz is such a popular car. Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.569.3044 (help desk) ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: [Biofuel] Hoodia Gordonii ?
Thank you Fred for your candor. And thanks for sharing your experiences with me. I just visited two of my older brothers and the visit reminded me of the family genes I have to battle with for the rest of my life. I have been thinking about getting lyposuction and maybe a tummy tuck and maybe a little more. I'm 5'3 and 190 pounds. Usually. I can't seem to deflate anymore. Nor do I gain. I know now what not to eat. I used to take Meridia a few years ago. Very expensive and the minute I stopped taking it, I quickly gained all of the weight right back. I was desperate to maintain a career in the military which until then I had been very succesful with. I want to live the rest of my life feeling being more healthy. So you did a stomuch bypass? Boy, a several people in my familty really need that. I just don't want to get to that point myself. Best Regards, Michael Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.569.3044 (help desk) Michael, Do not rely on a magic bullet. Do what you can and if you must, consider drastic options. Weight Loss Surgery (WLS) is not a magic bullet but a tool to help with the process of weight loss. Some suggestions, Eat protien forward. That is eat your meat first. Slowly. Eat your vegetables next. Raw is better because it causes your gut to work a little harder. Fruits next, again slowly. If you still need a carbo-fix, try brown rice or unrefined items like wild rice or whole wheat pasta. Don't drink with your meals. No water, no milk no beer. (that last one was tough for me.) Excersize. Walk. Ride a bike or garden. Any activity is good just do it. I like walking. It gives me time to reflect on some of the things that I need to deal with on a daily basis. Please keep in mind that I did all of those things and still had issues with food and eating. I did WLS and have been very successfull. It still is work. You can contact me offlist if you like, fred On 10/5/05, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:List members,Does anybody know about this hard-to-find supplement for weight loss? It comes from a very rare cactus plant in South Africa.I have a weight problem which could lead soon to diabetes.There is a meager amount of information on the web of real value, aprogram on 60 minutes aired recently.I missed it.There are supposed to be alot of fake Hoodia G. products on the market now.I would like to know if any of you very respectible list members haveheard about Hoodia Gordonii.Anywhere in the worldIs Hoodia Gordonii the real thing? Or the latest scam? Thanks for looking at this email.Respectfully submitted, Michael in Alabama___Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.orghttp://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.orgBiofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.htmlSearch the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/ ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/ ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: [Biofuel] Biodiesel in SC
Have you though about using SVO and modifing a vehicle instead of doing the BD? Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.569.3044 (help desk) *Raises a hand.* I'm another startup in SC. Upstate, Anderson/Greenville area. I too would be keenly interested in going and checking out someone else's setup, or maybe just having someone around to lend a hand if I try to blow something up on accident. (A joke, I assure you. Though it might be cool, be one of the first to actually blow something up instead of just catch it on fire. ^.~) Having a hard time finding Methanol; only place I've seen that actually carries it wants nine bloody dollars a gallon for it. And it's an hour's drive away. Eight local petroleum/heating oil/propane distributors, and not a single one of them carries or sells methanol, dangit. Peace all -K ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/ ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
[Biofuel] Methanol Supplier -
Bobby, There is a petroleum dealer in Eastman, Ga that to you (minimum 3x55 gallon barrels). I bought 3 for $450. They are very good to do business with and ask few questions. They might do a shipment for you. I know for a fact that they delivered to me in LA (lower ALABAMA!) yes- I know I got you there... I am pretty sure that they have delivered as far as Mobile, AL too. If they ask, tell them you have a race car. Let me know if you want some more details. -Michael ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
[Biofuel] Hoodia Gordonii ?
List members, Does anybody know about this hard-to-find supplement for weight loss? It comes from a very rare cactus plant in South Africa. I have a weight problem which could lead soon to diabetes. There is a meager amount of information on the web of real value, a program on 60 minutes aired recently. I missed it. There are supposed to be alot of fake Hoodia G. products on the market now. I would like to know if any of you very respectible list members have heard about Hoodia Gordonii. Anywhere in the world Is Hoodia Gordonii the real thing? Or the latest scam? Thanks for looking at this email. Respectfully submitted, Michael in Alabama ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: [Biofuel] Biodiesel in SC
Matheson, Well, the answer is no. GA is a big state you know. I used to live and make BD in Savannah for a couple of years. Since, I have taken a new job and relocated in Columbus. I'm out in the country where I am at now. It helps when living a low impact lifestyle to not have to worry about nosey neighbors. I'll be around if you need me. -Michael Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.569.3044 (help desk) Hi Micheal I was wondering if you had ever gone to mr clarks in ga . I am from orangeburg sc in the middle of the state. I have not made any bio d but I am very interested since i have several d engines. I almost want to go exclusively to d. Let me know where you are on your process. Thanks Matheson[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi Bobby,I'd be glad to help you. I'm very near Columbus, GA.Your choice. I have lots of room for you to camp at my place.Michael LendzianCINS Network Support TeamColumbus State UniversityCINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105706.569.3044 (help desk)- Original Message -From: Bobby Clark <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>Date: Thursday, September 15, 2005 9:58 amSubject: [Biofuel] Biodiesel in SC Hello, Is there anyone out there that makes biodiesel in upstate SC or northeast Georgia? I am just starting to become interested in making biodiesel and I would really like to see the process first hand if possible. If there is no one, then wish me luck in becoming one of the firsts in my region to do this!! t; I will have many questions, so I hope there are plenty out there that are willing to help. Thanks, Bobby Clark___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages):http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/ ___Biofuel mailing listBiofuel@sustainablelists.orghttp://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.orgBiofuel at Journey to Forever:http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.htmlSearch the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages):http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/ Yahoo! for Good Click here to donate to the Hurricane Katrina relief effort. ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/ ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: [Biofuel] Biodiesel in SC
Hi Bobby, I'd be glad to help you. I'm very near Columbus, GA. Your choice. I have lots of room for you to camp at my place. Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.569.3044 (help desk) - Original Message - From: Bobby Clark [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thursday, September 15, 2005 9:58 am Subject: [Biofuel] Biodiesel in SC Hello, Is there anyone out there that makes biodiesel in upstate SC or northeast Georgia? I am just starting to become interested in making biodiesel and I would really like to see the process first hand if possible. If there is no one, then wish me luck in becoming one of the firsts in my region to do this! I will have many questions, so I hope there are plenty out there that are willing to help. Thanks, Bobby Clark ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.or g Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages):http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/ ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: [Biofuel] MENTOR NEEDED IN ALABAMA
Virgil, Hi, Michael here in Seale, Alabama. I am happy to help you. Contact me off-list, so we can make arrangements. -MPL - Original Message - From: virgil sentel [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tuesday, September 6, 2005 10:24 pm Subject: [Biofuel] MENTOR NEEDED IN ALABAMA I'm a newbie here and I live in Ozark, Al. (near Dothan). I'm getting ready to make a test batc soon was wondering if there was anyone living in the L.A. (lower Alabama) area who could mentor (guide) me through this when I start to make the processors. Also I was told today by a friend that races that methanol is only avalible localy in 55 gal. drums. He can get me a gal to start for 25.00 is this agood price? any elp here would be appreciated. Virgil ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.or g Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages):http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/ ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: [Biofuel] biodiesel and diesel engine???
Did you check the Specific Gravity of the sample of BD? -Michael Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.569.3044 (help desk) - Original Message - From: Karn Intania [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wednesday, September 7, 2005 4:34 am Subject: [Biofuel] biodiesel and diesel engine??? I was washing my BD with hot water three times and checking for pH. (it's neutral.) The BD looks light yellow clear and translucent. How can I sure that the BD does not harm my diesel engine? or any test method that I need to do more? Please...need help regards, Karn __ Click here to donate to the Hurricane Katrina relief effort. http://store.yahoo.com/redcross-donate3/ ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.or g Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages):http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/ ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: [Biofuel] using incomplete reaction biodiesel
Hi Bill, I have used a wide array of biodiesel fuel which I have made. Some batches would smoke more than others. Mostly I used my B100 in my f250 pickup. Luck = preparation + opportunity You have an excellent, small bio-refinery. I encourage you to make the most of it and get bio-fuel into the vehicles that need it and worry about the EPA later. I would not hesitate to put your biodiesel in any city vehicle, ie fire truck, trash truck, ambulance, tractor, genset. Your setup there is first rate, take this tragic set of events as your queue to use what you've prepared so hard for. I suggest you use what bio-fuel you can lay your hands on. 50-50 mix should due for the large trucks/buses. You have an excellent facility for cleaning used grease also. Large diesels like trash trucks, tractors could probably do just fine on a 50- 50 mix of WVO and diesel. You should still have my contact information. Call me anytime. Best Regards, Let us know how this turns out, Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.569.3044 (help desk) - Original Message - From: Bill Clark [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thursday, September 1, 2005 11:03 am Subject: [Biofuel] using incomplete reaction biodiesel Hello to all, The City of Eufaula is running out of diesel and calls to the supplier have not been returned. We have on hand about 1,000 gal of fuel that is not completely reacted. We may need to use this fuel. Any suggestions aboutblending with diesel? We would normally try to reproccess but we need to save our methanol for more fuel. Rapid responses are needed. Thanks to everyone and God help those people on the Gulf Coast. Bill Clark ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.or g Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages):http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/ ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: [Biofuel] WVO collector and restaurant threatened by rendering company
Hi, the information I mentioned about Michigan was drawn for communications in this list serve from months ago. The list archives (should) have several Michigan residents discussing the situation with grease collection in the state of Michigan. There was one gentlemen who resided near Lansing, MI that I'm specifically thinking about now. I just can't remember his name. Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.569.3044 (help desk) - Original Message - From: John I [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wednesday, August 24, 2005 8:19 pm Subject: Re: [Biofuel] WVO collector and restaurant threatened by rendering company Date: Wed, 24 Aug 2005 07:49:17 -0400 From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: [Biofuel] WVO collector and restaurant threatened by rendering company To: Biofuel@sustainablelists.org Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Content-Type: text/plain; charset=us-ascii Hi Frieda, There are lawyers out there that HAVE worked with the little guy/girl against the big renderers. You may talk to one. I learned that the restuarant should give you a receipt for the grease you collect. In some states, it is illegal for anyone who is not a (state) registered renderer to collect WVO. ie Michigan. Hello, I've been searching through the State (of Michigan) License Search d'base and I can't find any such license requirements. Could you please shed some light on the specifics for me as that's my state. The closest I could come up with was for a Rendering Plant: Required State License(s): Any establishment that reduces dead animals to tallow and meat scraps, cracklings, or other items unfit for human consumption by cooking or processing must be licensed as a rendering plant by the Department of Agriculture, Animal Industry Division; (517) 373-1077. Revised: 12/2002 This specifies animal products (allbeit I dont know what a crackling is besides what's seen on certain Detroit corners) so I dont see this as pertaining to WVO collection/processing. I see another regarding liquid industrial waste, quite broadly stated as: Liquid Industrial Waste Hauler Required State License(s): When transporting liquid industrial waste from the premises of another contact the Department of Environmental Quality for further information (800) 662-9278. A Motor Carrier license is required with the Public Service Commission, Department of Labor Economic Growth at (517) 241-6030. However, hazardous waste transporters who have appropriate authorization may transport liquid industrial waste without obtaining a license. Revised: 5/2005 Since this is exempted by a hazmat license and seems to cover general transportation rather then rendering issues it doesn't seem to be applicable either. Past that the only other license I can see that would be even remotely conected to BioD production is: Diesel Fuel Dealer Required State License(s): When involved in the business of selling and delivering diesel motor fuel to the supply tanks of motor vehicles in Michigan should be registered with the Department of Treasury, Motor Fuel, Cigarette Miscellaneous Taxes Division; (517) 636-4630. Diesel tanks also should be registered with the Department of State Police, Fire Marshall; (517) 322-1924. Revised: 4/2005 It's 2nd paragraph that's of more particular intrest since they want the registration of tanks. I assume this whole lincensure is specific to petrolium based diesel but since it is broadly stated I dont know that as fact. Any legal insight to this or other BioD/WVO related issues (even if not specific to Michigan) would be of great intrest. Thanks, John Perhaps you could become a blue ribbon licensed WVO renderer on the state books? Check into what it would take. The renderers should have a contract with the restaurant maybe? Otherwise they are way out of line. The restuarant owner should tell the renderer to take his grease bin and stick it where the sun won't shine. For the renderer to claim that the restuarant is helping you cheat fuel taxes, is bizarre, but it's even more bizarre that in the same statement that the renderer would claim that the restuarant is responsible for your fuel road tax is the stupidest thing that I have heard of well, since this Pat Robertson thing just popped up... Just my two cents... Good Luck Frieda and keep us posted on how this works out. Surely we will be seeing more run in's with renderer in the near future. Best Regards, Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.569.3044 (help desk) -- next part -- Hello all, The rendering company (company that collects used
Re: [Biofuel] (no subject)
Hi, I live in Seale, Alabama. I would be happy to work with you. I have been making biodiesel for almost 3 years now. I look forward to hearing from you. Cheers! Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.569.3044 (help desk) - Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tuesday, August 23, 2005 7:22 pm Subject: [Biofuel] (no subject) I am looking for someone in Alabama, preferably Birmingham area that is making bio fuel that would be willing to show me the process and equipment used. I will also drive to TN, GA, MS, N-FL, if anyone is available. Thanks, Hunter ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.or g Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages):http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/ ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: [Biofuel] WVO collector and restaurant threatened by rendering company
Hi Frieda, There are lawyers out there that HAVE worked with the little guy/girl against the big renderers. You may talk to one. I learned that the restuarant should give you a receipt for the grease you collect. In some states, it is illegal for anyone who is not a (state) registered renderer to collect WVO. ie Michigan. Perhaps you could become a blue ribbon licensed WVO renderer on the state books? Check into what it would take. The renderers should have a contract with the restaurant maybe? Otherwise they are way out of line. The restuarant owner should tell the renderer to take his grease bin and stick it where the sun won't shine. For the renderer to claim that the restuarant is helping you cheat fuel taxes, is bizarre, but it's even more bizarre that in the same statement that the renderer would claim that the restuarant is responsible for your fuel road tax is the stupidest thing that I have heard of well, since this Pat Robertson thing just popped up... Just my two cents... Good Luck Frieda and keep us posted on how this works out. Surely we will be seeing more run in's with renderer in the near future. Best Regards, Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.569.3044 (help desk) Hello all, The rendering company (company that collects used restaurant fryer oil), issued angry verbal threats to the Mom and Pop burger joint that gives me their used fryer oil. The restaurant puts their used fryer oil into my buckets, and I schlep it away. The renderers told the restaurant that it was illegal for them to give me their used fryer oil. They demanded that the restaurant give them my name and phone number. The rendererssaid that it was illegal forpeople to use fryer oil, or any other non-petroleum product, for fuel without paying a fuel tax to the state and feds, and that the restaurant was responsible to see that that tax is paid since it is their oil that is being used as a fuel. They also said there is legislation about to go through the California senate that supports their allegations. Thoughts? Thanks, Frieda ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/ ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: [Biofuel] CUMMINS B5.9TD GOD BLESS THE SOULS WHO
Hey ya'll, I have heard from many sources that the Cummins 5.9 TD is one of the best diesel engines ever made. Check the site at: www.greasel.com (lifted directly from their web site---with regards to WVO oil use) I have a 24 valve Cummins, can I convert it? If it is between the years of 98.5 and 2002, and has a VP44 injection pump, sadly we do not advocate the conversion of this engine, at this time. We have spent allot of time and Money analyzing the effects of veggie oil on this pump. In the end, although veggie oil was not directly linked to the failure of the VP44 injection pump (it was an electronic problem, not mechanical) there were enough gray areas that we determined not to advocate conversion of this pump. The 03 and newer 24 valves are fine, and do not have any problems. (End- lifted material---) Apparently, the injection pump equipment prior to 1998.5 was quite good for all around grease and biodiesel use. Does your truck have a rotary or inline injection pump? The rotary injection pumps have one plunger whereas the inline style injection pumps are much more sturdy. Just my 2 cents. Michael Lendzian CINS Network Support Team Columbus State University CINS/Center for Commerce Technology Room 105 706.568.2398 (desk) ___ Biofuel mailing list Biofuel@sustainablelists.org http://sustainablelists.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel_sustainablelists.org Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Search the combined Biofuel and Biofuels-biz list archives (50,000 messages): http://www.mail-archive.com/biofuel@sustainablelists.org/
Re: RE: [Biofuel] Re: soybeanoil/Sunflower a bad choice for BD makin g?]
Pedro, que pasa amigo? Michael here. Hope you are doing well. If you want to see me in Alabama when you leave Pittsboro, you are welcome. -Michael - Original Message - From: Pedro Ordonez [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Friday, May 6, 2005 11:47 am Subject: RE: [Biofuel] Re: soybeanoil/Sunflower a bad choice for BD makin g?] -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jelatancev Denis Sent: Friday, May 06, 2005 5:31 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: [Biofuel] Re: soybeanoil/Sunflower a bad choice for BD makin g?] So if I understand it correctly, it seams that after transforming SVO/WVOto BD polymerzation problem does not exisit any more, Yes, that's right. Once you have separated the fatty acid chains from the glycerin backbone the probability of 2 double bonds finding each other and reacting is greatly reduced. That means that high IV oils should be OK to make biodiesel from. The resulting biodiesel will take a lot longer to polymerize than the oil. It will happen, though, just not as fast. Pedro Ordonez ___ Biofuel mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://wwia.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Biofuel archives at Infoarchive.net (searchable): http://infoarchive.net/sgroup/biofuel/ ___ Biofuel mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://wwia.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Biofuel archives at Infoarchive.net (searchable): http://infoarchive.net/sgroup/biofuel/
Re: [Biofuel] Mid '60s Mercedes 200D - Suitable Biodiesel-mobile?
Hi Ken, Parts may to very hard to come by for such an older model of a mercedes. I suggest seeking out and buying a 78-85 123 style car from Mercedes. (Do a google) Any old mercedes will probably need some catch repairs, don't get discouraged. Press on and spend a modest amount of money on the car. These old Mercedes cars could easily last 500,000 miles with the proper maintence. And think about seeking out a similar car for spare parts! Buy a mercedes shop book and study it well (to match the car you end up buying). Do as much of the repairs yourself as possible. Feel free to contact me anytime. I own an 82 300TD (wagon) 5 cylinder turbo diesel. It has a great sunroof (yes- it leaks) and drives like a dream. I just took a trip from Columbus GA to Pittsboro NC with it! Ohh, I get about 28 miles to a gallon also. Regards, Michael - Original Message - From: Ken Dunn [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Monday, May 2, 2005 5:09 pm Subject: [Biofuel] Mid '60s Mercedes 200D - Suitable Biodiesel-mobile? I have stumbled across the above for a good price and I would like to know if this vehicle will run biodiesel suitably. Can anyone provide some insight? Thanks a bunch, Ken ___ Biofuel mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://wwia.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Biofuel archives at Infoarchive.net (searchable): http://infoarchive.net/sgroup/biofuel/ ___ Biofuel mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://wwia.org/mailman/listinfo/biofuel Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Biofuel archives at Infoarchive.net (searchable): http://infoarchive.net/sgroup/biofuel/
Re: RE: [Biofuel] How to choose a Biodiesel car or van???
Dan, Have you thought about getting an '80's 123 style diesel Benz? I own an '82 300TD [wagon] which was retrofitted from the r12 to the r134a A/C refrigerant and works great. My 2 cents. -Michael - Original Message - From: Dan Volker [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tuesday, October 26, 2004 12:38 pm Subject: RE: [Biofuel] How to choose a Biodiesel car or van??? Thanks very much for the feedback. Because I live near West palm Beach Florida, it is nearly impossible to drive a car comfortably without AC most of the year. With this in mind, I have to choose a car or van that has a powerful AC unit. I suppose one other option could be to get a Vanagon and then add one of the RV air conditioner units to it ( and an inverter to power it), so I may thinkalong these lines as well. I drive a Honda Insight myself now, and my wife has an old Crown VictoriaStation Wagon from like 1986---it is in very good condition, and the other option I have with this car is to attempt to convert it to diesel-- and then run as biodiesel. This means first finding the right diesel engine to match to this particular car, and then finding the right mechanics to do the conversion. I'm not sure which will be a bigger challenge;-) The ELSBETT engine sounds appealing, but I have no idea how hard it would be to match one to my station wagon, how hard it would be to find a mechaniccomfortable with this relatively unknown engine ( in these parts), and I really have no sense of what this thing would cost from the web page ( cost of engine, shipping fees, cost of mating transmission to it, etc). Anybody have any answers for this ? :-) Thanks, Dan Volker -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, October 26, 2004 10:32 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: [Biofuel] How to choose a Biodiesel car or van??? Try to find a diesel VW Vanagon. They are sturdy, very roomy, get about 25-30 MPG and they absolutely LOVE biodiesel. They are easy to fix and parts are still inexpensive. They will u-turn in a lane and a half and were the FIRST VW van to REALLY have brakes AND a good ride. VERY EASY to convert into a pop top camper which makes them even way cooler. The rear hatch is a BEAUTIFUL blank pallet for your bumper stickers too. WE have the beater and a diesel Westy camper. LOVE 'em. NOW... They are SLOW and evoke many middle finger salutes here in YUPPPIE land. They will hit 70 on the freeway, but are very happy at 55 and most don't have AC. I keep a coke can in the beater that holds the vent wing open to blow air on me. The camper is nice.the vent window stays open by itself. Check ebay for Vanny diesels. They turn up from time to time. RUST is not nearly the problem that the older Volksys had, but watch the camper models and check them for rust behind the camper stuff. If you can find a Vanny diesel with a blown engine, grab it. There are SCADS of rusted diesel Wabbits out there with great cheap donor enginers. Swapping an engine in a Vanny is EASY. As for other diesels out there, the Sprinter is BIG and roomy and will run just fine on bio (but the water in fuel light stays on), but it is kinda junky. I bought a 2003 and we sold it 8 months later. They could never fix the AC and it had scads of electrical problems that the dealer was nevber able to fix. GREAT engine tied to a crappy van. Can't recommend any Benz, Volvo opr BMW cars of late as the quality is so bad. Benz diesels up to about 86 are very good. They last a long time and love bio. VW diesels are good, but not the later ones. Let me explain. VW cars were always cheap to buy, made cheap, parts were cheap and they were easy to fix. Now, they are getting expensive, parts are EXPENSIVE, they are still cheaply built, they still break a lot and they are no longer easy to fix. BUT, BUT, BUT, they ARE the only game in town for a diesel car that gets good milage. We have an 81 Wabbit diesel that gets 55 mpg on bio and a 99 Golf that gets about 50+ on Bio. I had to put a clutch in the 99 and the clutch kit was 50+ $750 A clutch for a Vanny is $80. Chrysler is putting a 2.5 diesel in the Jeep Liberty, but they will only sell it to you as an upmarket EXPENSIVE version to get the diesel. That company is now owned by Benz, so that puts up a red flag to me. Wish the other makes would bring their diesels here..man a diesel Honde El;ement would be cool. So, I ramble. Check out the Vanigon diesels and the PRE 2004 VW Jetta Wagon . BTW, we have a multi bike rack that fits on the back of the Vanny. Cool device, but it DOES cover up some of the stickers Take care and GOOD LUCK
Re: [Biofuel] Running on B100
Luc, The problem [to me] sounds like your hand-primer pump went bad. Should be a simple/cheap repair if this is the case. -Michael - Original Message - From: Legal Eagle [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Tuesday, October 12, 2004 10:39 am Subject: Re: [Biofuel] Running on B100 It would most likely choke, which is what it is doing :( Luc - Original Message - From: Greg Harbican [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2004 10:12 AM Subject: Re: [Biofuel] Running on B100 What would happen if the return line was plugged and fuel could not get through ( or very little of it )? Greg H. - Original Message - From: Steve Spence [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Tuesday, October 12, 2004 07:38 Subject: Re: [Biofuel] Running on B100 The return line should get rid of air in the system for you. air will either escape in the cylinder, or return to the tank. Steve Spence http://www.green-trust.org ___ Biofuel mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://wwia.org/mailman/listinfo.cgi/biofuel Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Biofuel archives at Infoarchive.net (searchable): http://infoarchive.net/sgroup/biofuel/ ___ Biofuel mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://wwia.org/mailman/listinfo.cgi/biofuel Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Biofuel archives at Infoarchive.net (searchable): http://infoarchive.net/sgroup/biofuel/ -- This message has been scanned for viruses and dangerous content by the CSU Email Gateway, and is believed to be clean. ___ Biofuel mailing list [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://wwia.org/mailman/listinfo.cgi/biofuel Biofuel at Journey to Forever: http://journeytoforever.org/biofuel.html Biofuel archives at Infoarchive.net (searchable): http://infoarchive.net/sgroup/biofuel/
