starlight32 Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 Anyone out there make their own Biodiesel? A mate of mine has just set up the complete works on the farm. Even sorted out the customs bit as well and paying the duty on it too. He has two processors and can produce 1000litres a week Looks like the way forward to me for all us 4x4 users. He is churning it out for 19p a litre!!!!!!!! Regards starlight32 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldBill Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 I use new veg oil in mine as I don't have anywhere to process or store it, but would otherwise. If you use more than 2500 l per annum or produce it for sale you are taxed 28.35 ppl. Mine works out at 49 ppl with Straight Veg Oil. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 Oldbill Straight veg oil is not biodiesel. Biodiesel is basically veg oil, but has one molecule stripped off via a chemical process. I looked at processing the stuff a few years ago, but decided against it. We buy in ready processed biodiesel for around 80 pence per litre, duty and vat paid. We run 3 diesel vehicles on 100%, we also retail a small quantity via our pump. In the winter months our supplier now adds an anti gelling additive, before this we used to blend it with mineral diesel to make use of the additives. It pays to keep on top of fuel filter changes, and to have them readily available, as faulty brews will block filters, we had one batch which was contaminated with palm oil. We had serious problems, and had very serious words with the supplier. We currently use around 1000 litres every 3 weeks. We make a nominal saving on the fuel, the drivers swear that the trucks run better on bio, but I have no firm evidense of this. The rest of our fleet runs on autogas, cleaner, greener, cheaper! webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oly Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 We make a nominal saving on the fuel, the drivers swear that the trucks run better on bio, but I have no firm evidense of this. The rest of our fleet runs on autogas, cleaner, greener, cheaper! Not always greener ...might be worthwhile checking your supply, much of modern day deforestation of the rainforest in third world countries is to supply developed countries with biodiesel ...it is good...but check your source! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
webber Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 The stuff we buy is a blend of virgin rape, and recycled product. Don't forget that farmers can grow certain types of rape on set aside land, provided that the product is for diesel not human consumption. Non of the virgin oil for our sourse is imported, as for the recycled component, I dont think that mr. wong has the slightest idea where is frying oil was grown. webber Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurcherboy Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 19p a litre and it's taxed You sure about that LB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cranfield Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 The problem with the alternative fuels is actually getting hold of some. The nearest Autogas was 15 miles away and they shut that pump down about 10 months ago. I don't know of any other source in reasonable travelling distance. Until the Manufacturers "bite the bullet" and put supplies sensible around the country, motorists are never going to change over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lurcherboy Posted July 19, 2007 Report Share Posted July 19, 2007 The problem with the alternative fuels is actually getting hold of some.The nearest Autogas was 15 miles away and they shut that pump down about 10 months ago. I don't know of any other source in reasonable travelling distance. Until the Manufacturers "bite the bullet" and put supplies sensible around the country, motorists are never going to change over. Manston for gas Cranfield but it's a bit of a trek from yours, guessing about 40 clicks or so? LB Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbjunkie Posted July 21, 2007 Report Share Posted July 21, 2007 Bio Ethanol is another, very few pumps around but it appears to be growing in popularity. I have been told by someone on the inside that a lot of garden machinery will be heading that way within the next 10 years due to tightening emissions regulations. Apparently Briggs & Stratton are already working on Bio Ethanol engines Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldBill Posted July 21, 2007 Report Share Posted July 21, 2007 Oldbill Straight veg oil is not biodiesel. Biodiesel is basically veg oil, but has one molecule stripped off via a chemical process. I looked at processing the stuff a few years ago, but decided against it. We buy in ready processed biodiesel for around 80 pence per litre, duty and vat paid. We run 3 diesel vehicles on 100%, we also retail a small quantity via our pump. In the winter months our supplier now adds an anti gelling additive, before this we used to blend it with mineral diesel to make use of the additives. It pays to keep on top of fuel filter changes, and to have them readily available, as faulty brews will block filters, we had one batch which was contaminated with palm oil. We had serious problems, and had very serious words with the supplier. We currently use around 1000 litres every 3 weeks. We make a nominal saving on the fuel, the drivers swear that the trucks run better on bio, but I have no firm evidense of this. The rest of our fleet runs on autogas, cleaner, greener, cheaper! webber I know that Webber, I know a fair bit about it and was just letting everyone know that SVO is also an option but is vehicle/pump dependant. I have made small batches of BD and I have to say it's an absolute doddle, as I said the only reason I am not "cooking" is that I don't have the room. When I do, I will be making my own reactor and wash tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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