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Old 03-28-2012, 11:40 PM   #10 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by saphiro View Post
That brings up a question I've been wondering: Does biodiesel contain more energy than conventional diesel?

Also, I think if I were fond of the aesthetics I would want those ugly bumpers removed! It's like having a 9-inch shelf sticking out of either end of the car!
It's actually around 10% less energy compared to fossil-derived diesel. In practice, it actually should yield less economy.

Of course, the documentary I watch in question was of 300SD's purpose tuned for biodiesel, and I'm sure that involved a thorough overhaul.
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