12/21/2022
Attention Truck Drivers
With the impending storm, be aware, In temps below 5* gelled diesel is a serious problem.
Common symptoms;
•Loss of power,
•Misfire,
•Truck running rough.
•In extreme cases the truck will shut off and not restart
What to do when experiencing these problems;
•DO NOT SHUT YOUR TRUCK OFF!
•Safely pull to the side of the road
•Leave your truck running, the fuel returning from your engine is warm and will help keep your tanks from freezing further.
•Add an emergency fuel treatment such as Diesel 911, or a similar emergency anti gel.
Once your truck gels, you will need to change your fuel filters, however the emergency fuel treatment should allow you to a few more miles of travel to reach a safe location off the road. The best defense against gel up’s is to buy good, blended fuel. As well as adding a winter fuel treatment.
If facing a gel up situation, or other roadside breakdown, give us a call
North Iowa Diesel Repair L.L.C.
Saint Ansgar, Iowa
(563) 203-1269