[AT] Fuel Oil vs. Diesel Fuel

[Ralph Goff]

On 5/8/2011 8:20 AM, Charlie V wrote:
> "Charlie V,  we can get K-1 at the pump here too but somehow it's not as
> clean as "lamp oil" should be.  It smokes and if you use it in a "kerosun"
> type heater it gums the wick up.
> This from the paint store is supposed to be cleaner.  I intend to buy some
> for my lamps but no way would I burn $8 a gallon fuel in a heater except in
> an emergency."
>
> I hear you, Charlie. Strange how K-1 can be of different quality
> levels for varies applications just as heating oil can.  I have not
> had that problem, but in recent years have only used it in a
> Salamander type Reddi heater that will also drink diesel fuel.
>
>
> Be extra kind considerate to Mom today.
> Charlie V.
>
> CV
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I just run winter diesel in my heater. They claim that kerosene will 
burn cleaner and I guess in a closed in building it might be a better 
choice. Most of the places I use mine are well ventilated so the winter 
diesel burns fine and I don't notice the exhaust.

Ralph in Sask.