Northern California Greasecars
April 26, 2005 - 10:09pm
In one of the other posts it was mentioned that there were a lot of California greasecars.
Would those in California please stand up?
I am very interested in this but I am reluctant as I am sure most everyone is before they modify their expensive vehicle.
Thanks.
K
April 28, 2005 - 9:15pm
#2
Standing up in San Diego. I just hooked up my home made conversion kit. Cost about 200 bucks. The hardest part was just making sure all the fuel lines are sealed so there are no air leaks. Do it! With the help of these guys (and gals?) here and on other forums you'll get through it no problem.
April 30, 2005 - 1:11am
#3
Im not a Northern Californian, but close. Southern Oregon.
Waiting on my kit!
April 30, 2005 - 7:52pm
#4
I'm over the hill in Santa Cruz.
April 30, 2005 - 8:26pm
#5
San Francsico
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-FrenchFry
My GreaseCar got rear ended and is in the bodyshop. Bummer.
- 1985 Mercedes Benz 300TD Wagon
May 18, 2005 - 12:58am
#6
Jay, Where are you obtaining your grease? I ask because I heard that here in california restaurants are not supposed to do this. Looking to find out what hurtles you had to go through to get this done. Would also like to get together to see your system.
May 18, 2005 - 10:08am
#7
Sunnyvale - SouthBay - SF Bay Area
I get all my current oil from three resuraunts within blocks of my house. I had one place ask me for a form that they could show 'the inspectors' when they came to prove that the resturaunt was not dumping their oil down the drain. Aside from that I have had no problem getting oil. I burn about 30 gallons a week... Ford 4x4's with towing gears get lousy milage!
So School - what milage do you get in the van? I get about 13 to 14 mpg.
May 18, 2005 - 10:30pm
#8
svswan,
I'm not sure but on diesel, it was 15 to 18mpg. I'm guestimating 15 mpg on veg. I have 230k miles, E350 7.3turbo diesel. I'm having issues with dirty fuel, clogged filter, weak pump etc .... changing them all.
May 19, 2005 - 10:09am
#9
Growl. I use to filter to 1 micron with bag filters but now I use 5 micron elements in a 'whole house water filter' as my final filter before fueling. I'm getting a few thousand miles per stock filter, I don't use a secondary filter. I've heard of rare instances where people experience some kind of waxy build up in the tank and lines but I beleive that is cause when then mix in other fules with WVO to bypass heating. Are you filtering good before pouring it in?
Hey - I'll be in Grass Vally/Nevada City for a 5Rhythms workshop June 10 - 12. I'd love to check out your van and see how you riged it. I've thought about a van instead of the truck. You can ping me at airwave_ca@yahoo.com or here if you like.
May 20, 2005 - 6:19am
#10
so.cool,
do you know devin from nevada city. he drives a '90's dodge truck.
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1980 mercedes 300tdt needs an ass lift.
Wgargan at gmail dot com
"we work hard for you so we can plaayyy on the weekendes"
May 22, 2005 - 11:17am
#11
SVSWAN,
What truck are you driving? I work in Sunnyvale. I would really love to take a look at what you have done.
May 23, 2005 - 3:51pm
#12
Hey khmoffat -
I have a '96 F250 4x4 Supercab Longbed; i.e. an oil cuzler ;-}
My conversion is about as simple as they get, I've put more time into my oil fitering set up... You can ping me at airwave_ca at yahoo dot com if you would like to check it all out.
May 24, 2005 - 10:00pm
#13
svswan,
I'll be in Santa Rosa for Health and Harmony that weekend. Maybe another time ... where are you?
May 24, 2005 - 10:02pm
#14
luckys420,
Yes I know Devin. Do you know him from his Chico days . He runs strictly Biodiesel only though.
May 31, 2005 - 3:09pm
#15
In in the South Bay - Sunnyvale. I'm bummed I'll be missing Harmony, and especialy the Sat night party, but I'm getting my first oppertunity to assist an amazing teacher that weekend so I gotta take it. There should be a lot of greasers at the festival.
October 19, 2005 - 9:43pm
#16
Hi! If you get your grease from restaurants, how do you filter the grease? Thanks, I'm a newbie. I'm intrigued with the idea but want to get more information on the cost and hassle of getting the oil.
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danniboi
October 19, 2005 - 11:09pm
#17
NOR CAL SAN FRANCISCO CALIFORNIA!!!!
You know Ive heard about these STUPID and IDIOTIC laws about collecting oil. supposidly you need some $175 permit to collect ANY type of cooking oil from a restaurant. If you dont have the permit and collect the oil fist offense $500 fine 2nd offense $1,000 fine and third time use that grease to lubricate yourself and get your manhood taken by a serial killer in a jail cell!!!!
ARE YOU GUYS AWARE OF THIS? i can give a shit i still collect the oil come get me coppers!!!!!
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http://www.myspace.com/greasybenz
November 18, 2011 - 2:15am
#18
Hi Jay,
Are you still running on veggie? I just converted my truck with a GFS. This post is damn old... Anyway, seems as though you would have much experience by now. I'm in Monterey CA. Shoot me an email if you want. I'm looking for people in the area to network with.
Dustin
dbwoodworks@sbcglobal.net
November 23, 2011 - 2:19am
#19
The Greater San Diego Greaser group has 70+ member and growing each month. Google Greater San Diego Greasers and check out our mission statement. Next monthly meeting will be the the Walmart ( 805 and Clairemont Mesa Bvd) at 1 PM. If you need more info, contact me at <rene22@cox.net>.
November 23, 2011 - 2:24am
#20
Sorry. I forgot to give the date: Dec 10th for the Walmart GSDG meeting. Jan. 13 meeting will be at the Armstrong Nursery's parking lot in Carlsbad just off Interstate 5 and Polamar Airport Rd at 1 Pm.
January 28, 2012 - 9:00pm
#21
I'm in Santa Cruz.
January 29, 2012 - 3:36am
#22
Next meeting for the Greater San Diego Greasers will be on Sat., Feb. 11 at the Walmart parking lot (rear section), 805 and Clairemont Mesa Blvd. at 1 pm. Check out the Greater San Diego Greasrs via Yahoo.
January 29, 2012 - 12:22pm
#23
Wow, this post started way long ago but looks like it is still alive. :) I'm in Murrieta, CA running a 97 VW Passat TDI with the greasecar SV98 6 port valve and a homemade (16 gallon metal drum) heated tank in the trunk. Also in the process of converting a 1987 Mercedes 300SDL which I purchased a month ago. If I could make up my mind between running a single or dual tank in the Mercedes all would be well. Guess I need to either $hit or get off the pot on that decision right? Anyway, I might be able to drive up to the Feb 11 meeting in San Diego if my wife says it is okay to go out and play. :) Always looking for good oil sources if anyone has one...hell I'll buy the oil from you if it is decent and you want to make .25 or so just by reselling it. I just need enough for myself and it is a long drive into LA to pick it up now.
January 29, 2012 - 2:45pm
#24
Bigjerel:
There are several MB single tankers in the Greater San Diego Greasers who can give you the pros and cons of BOTH systems. One member has 4 VO conversions (one and two tankers). Come join us. If you like, I'll post on the GSDG website your post. The Feb meeting will be in SD or the March 10th meeting will be in Carlsbad. Contact me at < rene22@cox.net > for more info.
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