Fuel Additive Use during Cold Weather Conditions

To prevent fuel jelling, additives should be added whenever the ambient temperature falls below 32°F. Power Service and Penray are two popular manufacturers of fuel additives, each offering a range of products available through Navistar and Idealease locations.

Power Service:

• The "Red Bottle," known as Power Service 911, should be used only when the fuel in a unit has already jelled.
• 911 is NOT to be used as a fuel additive that you would regularly put in the fuel tank to keep the fuel from jelling.
• Power Service Diesel Fuel Supplement + Cetane "White Bottle" is to be added to the fuel at each fill when the ambient temperature is < 30 degrees F.
• This is the additive you should use on a regular basis during the winter months.

Penray:

Winter Than Emergency Diesel Fuel Supplement

• Dissolves already gelled fuel fast and reduces clogging of fuel filters. Prevents ice crystal build-up in fuel lines and filters by disbursing moisture.
• Eliminates hard starting, pounding, excessive smoking and helps improve combustion. 100% compatible with low sulfur fuel and fuel blends.

Winter Pow-R Plus Diesel Fuel Supplement

• ULSD compliant
• Prevents diesel fuel gelling
• Prevents ice crystal formation
• Reduces cold filter plug point by up to 30 degrees
• Enhances cetane levels
• Improves fuel economy
• Utilizes HAFI® technology
• Aids cold weather starting
• Stabilizes fuel and prevents corrosion
• Helps reduce emissions
• Improves lubricity

How to Make a Cold Weather Survival Kit

Everyone should carry a Winter Survival Kit in their truck. In an emergency, it could save your life. Here is what you need:

• A shovel
• Windshield scraper and small broom
• Flashlight with extra batteries
• Battery powered radio
• Water
• Snack food including energy bars, raisins, and mini candy bars
• Cold Weather Survival Kit
• Matches and small candles
• Disposable Hand/Foot warmers
• Extra hats, socks and mittens
• First aid kit with pocket knife
• Necessary medications
• Blankets or sleeping bag
• Tow chain or rope
• Road salt, sand, or cat litter for traction
• Booster cables
• Fluorescent distress flag and whistle to attract attention
• Cell phone adapter to plug into lighter and or extra battery supply