Dirty Gasoline

[pilotpip]

My sister worked for a petroleum wholesaler in Alabama (not going to list the name). They serviced many different brands and haulers, and while they filled each companies truck, requirements for additives were included. Probably not by the driver, with a funnel, or a bucket, LOL...

This was in central AL and they serviced the Shell stations in my town, in the panhandle of Florida. So, they had to include Shell's "snake-oil". She told me this over 10 years ago...now I have to ask to refresh my memory because that's all I remember...

I used to drive a refueling truck at the airport. Some jets require an anti-icing additive because Jet fuel has a density very close to water which allows it to suspend in the fuel. When it gets cold, it clogs filters, which is bad. Many larger jets have fuel heating systems for this reason. The ones that don't, required an additive.

The trucks had an injection system downstream of the tank. It's attached to a 5 gallon hopper that had the fuel additive. When a pilot requested it, I flipped a switch and they were charged like 2 cents more per gallon.

It can be done.

[Ricorocks]

Before poo pooing, information it's beneficial "enlightened" to read, posts and additional information before commenting or poo pooing!

I'm sure few have bothered to read the W I K I explaining the history behind Top Tier, nor does it matter to them, owners manuals recommend. Nor does it matter that fuel executives for GM recommend it. Etc, etc...

Yet somehow your getting "scammed" if you bother to read the list of retailers, who've drunk the cool aid, be sure to find a gas station, that did not apply for top tier certification. That will fix those, scammers.

Some call for proof, some say it's akin to spam, some, still think it's B.S, it's real easy to take, cheap shots, shoot from the hip, & offer ZERO, to back up suspicions, all the while ignoring FACTS, that don't suit your current narrative. Or even when asked to backup remarks, like Dude I don' care.

Top Tier is out there "widespread" use it or not, I felt this was little known (surprise, it's very unknown publicly) & of some interest in the "OFF TOPIC" forum. It's not my job to defend top tier, some of you are like the horse led to water, can't make em drink.

[Ricorocks]

Larry Webster: Your Car is a Temple, so Put in the Good Stuff - Column - Car and Driver

[Ricorocks]

@Setec - Referring to your post #27, your argument is specious, & you don't seem to have read the W I K I well. Under "History" fourth paragraph, explains how, why & when, top tier came about. The accounting here is, consistent with other sources Car & Driver, I believe the newspaper "Washington Post" & others. Not to mention, numerous car companies, mechanics, radio show automotive experts, etc. All favor top tier

I'm not sure why you think something sinister is going on, or how I'm being duped.

Please note just because something is in W I K I, does not mean it's false or untrue. You have not provided facts or proof to the contrary. Several sources say why, the goal, that several auto manufacturers working together, came up with a standard, for gasoline.

[roguerobot]

Whatever this fuel is, nearly any gas station I have ever visited is on this list, including Costco.

Basically, the recommendation is to purchase fuel with detergent, and the advice has always been get brand name gas. Looks like it still holds true.

The only two retailers I buy gas from when traveling that are not on this list are Sheetz and Hess/Wilco. Interesting.


USA

76 Stations
Aloha Petroleum
ARCO
Beacon
BP
Chevron
Cenex
Conoco
Costco Wholesale
CountryMark
Diamond Shamrock
Entec Stations
Express Convenience Centers
Exxon
Hawaii Fueling Network (HFN)
Holiday Stationstores
Kwik Trip / Kwik Star
MFA Oil Co.
Mobil
Ohana Fuels
Phillips 66
QuikTrip
Road Ranger
Shamrock
Shell
Sinclair
Suncor Energy Inc
SuperAmerica
Texaco
Tri-Par Oil Co.
Valero

[Ricorocks]

Hi Roguerobot,

I ran across 'Sheetz', upon researching, they add 'detergent' & are on board, with the top tier philosophy. What states have Sheetz?

Late adopters endorsing top tier, were Exxon, BP.

Also EPA mandates, detergents in gasoline, top tier sets the bar higher, or is more stringent than EPA requirements.

[WaxMaster1]

I use top tier gas instead of IPA wipes or using prep solvent. Works great! Excellent laundry booster as well with all the detergents.

[Ricorocks]

You so funny! Mobil used to have a commercial, where inside the "o" in Mobil, you could see washing machine like action, of the gasoline. Wash your engine clean, analogy.

[swanicyouth]

Went to Dunkin' Donuts. Got a ham & cheese on Texas toast... Now that was some bad gas.

[Ricorocks]

I'll bet!