From The Drive · Caleb Jacobs · · 1m
Waste Motor Oil for Diesel Trucks? Not a Good Idea
Running waste motor oil in diesel trucks risks engine damage and fines.
In brief
Running waste motor oil in diesel trucks risks engine damage and fines. Waste motor oil is unsafe for modern diesel trucks due to soot buildup and legal risks. Originally reported by The Drive.
Diesel Fuel Costs Soaring
Gasoline prices are high, but diesel fuel costs are even worse for truck drivers.
Black Diesel is Waste Motor Oil
Black diesel refers to waste motor oil, used hydraulic oil, and automatic transmission fluid.
Home Refining Hardware
PA Biodiesel Supply sells a centrifuge setup that removes particles at a sub-micron level.
Cost of Black Diesel
A gallon of black diesel costs between 10 and 20 cents, much cheaper than pump diesel.
Engine Damage Risks
Waste motor oil causes soot buildup that clogs diesel particulate filters quickly.
Legal and Safety Concerns
Running waste motor oil on public roads is illegal and can result in heavy fines.
The short version
Waste motor oil is unsafe for modern diesel trucks due to soot buildup and legal risks.
