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Oil and fuel information

oil classification

There are two systems for oil classification. The SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) viscosity grade and the API (American Petroleum Institute) classification that designates the type of engines for which the oil was designed. The SAE viscosity grade is known as the "W" number when classifying oils. Most oils on the shelf today are multi-viscosity such as 10W30 or 20W50. In general, the lower the first number, the better the oil will perform in extremely cold conditions. Conversely, the higher the second number the better the oil will protect at higher temperatures. If you were driving to Minnesota in the winter you would want the lowest number you could find like a 0W30. In our hotter climate however, a 10W40 or a 20W50 would be a better choice. The API designation is typically an "S" designation for gasoline engines and a "C" designation for diesel engines. Most of today’s oils carry an SH,CF or SJ,CF designation signifying that they are suitable for use in all gasoline or diesel automotive applications. Those of you with diesel trucks or motor homes should look for an API CG-4 rated oil.

Fuels

Ethanol is made from natural renewable sources and can be blended with petroleum based unleaded fuels.

Biodiesel is 100% biodiesel fuel and is referred to as B100 or “neat biodiesel”. Biodiesel is made from natural renewable sources and can be blended in almost any ratio with petroleum based diesel.

LPG, most commonly a blend of propane and butane, is an environmentally cleaner fuel compared to petrol and diesel

Regular unleaded petrol Unleaded Petrol there are Many grades of fuel like, Premium Unleaded Petrol which is a higher grade of product und burns a little cleaner.

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