Kerosene VS. No #2 Diesel????

[jwilliams3]

I have read in the past Kerosene does not have enough lubricity to run in an engine that requires Diesel #2 by it self.



So the question is:

How much, say 2-stroke oil would need to be added to Kerosene to run properly in a Cummins 12, 24 or Common Rail diesel?



Mix ratios? Thoughts? Concerns? BTU content?



Thanks in advance!

 

[67guzzler]

This might help: http://dodgeram.org/tech/dsl/FAQ/diesel_fuel.htm#approved_fuels



Looks like 5% "Lube Oil" is indicated... .

 

[jwilliams3]

Thanks for the help!

 

[67guzzler]

No problem. When I read down below that it said for 1998 and newer trucks:

CAUTION: Running fuel other than #1 or #2 diesel w/5% lube oil should only be done if there is ABSOLUTELY NO OTHER CHOICE. Fuel pump damage due to inadequate fuel lubrication IS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY, we don't recommend "lighter fuels + 5% lube oil" unless you're in a really desperate situation.

 

[Dieselnut59]

That works! My "desperate situation" was diesel was $3. 29/gallon and kerosene was $2. 29/gallon. Which do you think I chose? Filled up with 25 gallons and added 3 gallons of used motor oil. i have done this several times and have had no problems. No added smoke or loss of power either, even with as much as 5 gallons of used oil.