Biodiesel Engine conversion do you need it???

The answer to that question is NO! I have done extensive research and there are several costly products out there that add all these fancy gizmo's to your car to make it safe to run biodiesel (Melendez). As with any performance upgrade or anything that goes on with your vehicle check with your mechanic before you do anything. They know your vehicle. There is one thing that needs to be taken away from this post. Whether you run gasoline, diesel, or biodiesel you cannot fail to do your vehicles preventative maintenance. When you use biodiesel there is the risk that deposits can build up in your engines fuel system. But if you buy biodiesel that is manufactured from a company it was done correctly and has been cleared by the EPA for use in vehicles in the US.

If you are making your own biodiesel you have to make sure that you are making it correctly. Biodiesel is not just simply cleaned and filtered used oil. It is actually super clean oil and a few additives that combine to make the fuel ready for use in vehicles. When you purchase a biodiesel kit like the one I previewed in my previous post it comes with complete instructions. I do not have a biodiesel kit so cannot claim to know everything about biodiesel. Below are a few very helpful sites I found that can help you if you are ready to help the environment and go green.

If you still are interested in doing a biodiesel conversion or putting a biodiesel engine check out these the sites below I am just noting a few and you will have to do extensive research to see which of these is rite for your vehicle. I have searched for VW because our favorite teacher drives a TDI jetta. You can convert your TDI for $775.00 plus the cost of the installation.

Works cited:
Melendez, John. "The Scam on Biodiesel Engine Conversions." Associated Content. 13 FEB 2008. biomedical and environmental . 20 Nov 2008 .