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Joe Ragsdale

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    Joe,

    Glad to hear that you are one of the guys doing it the right way. I am sorry if I implied you were operating illegally.

    No offense taken. :winking: I think a lot of people have misconceptions about the use of off road diesel. I personally know that before I had done the research into the subject, I was in the same catagory. I pay enough money in fuel for my diesel truck, so the way fuel prices are, if there's a way to save a buck, I'm on it! I think I'd like to see more results on the use and long term effects of the biodiesel before I'd actually consider it. It is an intriguing idea, though.

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    As far as burning farm diesel, it is my understanding that you may use it for anything except on public road use. My big concern was the effect the dyes might have on burner output (red stained burner, smoky output). If those are not an issue, I will burn nothing but. No sense paying road tax for non-auto use.

    I've never had a bit of trouble using it for my burner. There isn't any smoke and as far as I can tell, it has had no ill effects at all for the burner. Someone else may have had a different experience than me, though...

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    Not sure if I would publish the fact that I am using farm diesel. I know of a bunch of old boys that got checked at a farm auction. They each recieved $1800. dollar fines! We can claim the road tax during tax time and recoup about .40 per gallon.

    There's no problem with using off-road or "farm" diesel, as long as it's not used in a highway vehicle, one driven on the streets or highways. In Texas, you have to be registered with the state to purchase or use farm diesel, which I am, and sign an affidavit stating that it will not be used for anything other than its intended use.

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    Are you guys running auto diesel, dyed diesel (off road, no tax), or home heating oil in your burners?

    I normally use farm diesel (dyed) for my burner. It is much less expensive than auto diesel. In a pinch, I have used auto diesel, although I'm not sure if that has any detrimental effects on my burner or the environment. Maybe someone else has a little more knowledge about that subject than I do....

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    Anyone know anything about negative tongue weights effect on the hitch and driving stability?

    Potentially VERY dangerous! The trailer will probably fishtail at faster speeds depending on the amount of negative tongue weight. Also, the possibilities are increased for hitch/ball separation depending on the type and condition of the hitch on your trailer. Just my opinion....

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    You want to put the heavier weight over the axle or just forward of it. This would probably be the tank. If there is enough room in front of your tank, position your machine forward or backwards so that you have a reasonable tongue weight. Ideally, your tongue weight at the hitch should be in the 200-230 lb range, but it can be more depending on the load capacity of the towing vehicle. This scenario should give you the ability to tow with the tank full or empty.

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