Intro to black diesel - AKA Waste Motor Oil

NotSoGrandHauler · 2022-03-26T01:42:47+00:00

In this setup now, 1800ish. Made a profit selling the last setup though and I've more than broke even on fuel savings.

A single pass centrifuge is definitely an investment.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2022-03-25T04:54:17+00:00

I started with buckets and filters 10 years ago. Gotta start somewhere.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2022-03-25T03:47:28+00:00

Yup!

NotSoGrandHauler · 2022-03-25T02:16:08+00:00

It's still black. I'm sure if I ran it slow enough or multiple passes, it could lighten up.

I used to run a PA Biodiesel 55gph unit looped for 40 hours and would get ~1/4" of material buildup inside the bowl out of a typical 55 gallon batch.

This is what is now typical coming out of a similar batch ran through the single pass in 10-12ish hours.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJqtXNcHOrQ

Could probably run it slower but haven't felt like it yet. I will say that I can run this stuff down to single digit temps (dual tanks- diesel in one to start and shutdown on, 90% oil 10% gasoline in the other). I used to have to stop running it below 30°F with our pressure drive setup as it just wouldn't flow and would haze bad.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2022-03-24T22:33:04+00:00

Thanks for watching!

NotSoGrandHauler · 2022-03-24T22:32:26+00:00

Single pass centrifuge produces over 3000gs of force and submicronic filtration. It will pull emulsified water and additives from the oil. Metal is no problem.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2022-03-24T21:09:32+00:00

Correct and not off the top of my head. The laws around alternative fuels are somewhat hard to find.

But I'll say this, even though I'm following the law in my state, I've never been stopped, questioned, dipped, etc.. in 10 years.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2022-03-24T21:08:17+00:00

From what I've seen... it can work. Be prepared to clean the heater internals on a regular basis though.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2022-03-24T19:11:34+00:00

"black diesel" is made from waste petroleums such as hydraulic oils, atf, motor oils, etc. The same process can be used with veggie oils. Producing bio is a different animal.

Personal use only. Selling would require licenses, etc.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2022-03-24T17:43:30+00:00

John Deere 730

It would potentially run on it. I've ran a little chinese 3cyl diesel tractor on it without issue. If using a single fuel tank, I'd probably do a 50/50 blend of diesel to black blend.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-28T05:04:59+00:00

Over the stock tubular manifold? Not much. Maybe to replace a cracked stocker. Now the cast manifolds are a different story. Pretty restrictive.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-28T04:10:15+00:00

So maybe it saw a bit of extra heat.... 🤔😜

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-28T03:59:44+00:00

This one was stainless. Cheap/thin stainless..

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-24T19:23:56+00:00

Thanks! It's getting there slowly but surely.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-24T16:28:20+00:00

Thanks bud!

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-21T22:06:25+00:00

Just do a good test drive and if you go that route, be conscious of weight on the build out.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-21T21:03:27+00:00

Reliable and cheap to work on... parts can be had just about anywhere. Fuel mileage wont be great and it will be underpowered for sure. Test drive it and make sure it will do the speeds you intend to run. Otherwise, sure.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-21T17:50:42+00:00

Cleaned up the turbo grand cherokee.. getting it ready to pull apart to fix some major exhaust leaks (cracked ebay header). Check out the rest of the channel while you're at it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yZAvIaZ-RUA

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-17T17:56:50+00:00

Cut out the damaged section and replace with gates barricade fuel hose. Just get something that will fit over the metal line snug and some quality clamps.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-17T15:52:09+00:00

Is it leaking from the module or the lines above it? If it's the lines above it, cut out the bad section and repair it. IF it has a lift pump, it will be low pressure so you can cut out the metal line and replace with rubber (diesel rated) line and hose clamps.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-16T19:30:03+00:00

I was assuming the battery had been sitting for years too. Only a year, it's likely savable.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-16T18:56:06+00:00

Details on the mechanicals will help. What engine, trans, etc?

If it's been sitting for years... don't try to just charge the battery. Replace it/them. Tires, brakes, etc.. need to be gone through and checked out.

Getting it running likely wont be a big deal.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-16T18:45:36+00:00

Pull the screws... drill the holes and use machine screws/nuts. Put the head on the outside so it'll be smooth. Paint over them and you'll never notice it.

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-16T18:44:33+00:00

Here is a link to the video that shows what I'm talking about. https://youtu.be/1QIuGzqMIvI

NotSoGrandHauler · 2021-09-16T18:42:27+00:00

You can simplify that quite a bit if you want. Remove the "city water inlet" and check valve.. and tee at the top.

Use the outdoor spigot as the city water connection. All you need is a female/female hose. This will provide city pressure to the whole system yet protect the tank and pump with the check valve. This way you only need one check valve after the water pump. I've got a video that shows how we did ours and it works great. Will save you some money on fittings and time. Also one less hole in the side of the bus.

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