Wife said maybe we should stop for fuel

[scottz]

Of course I said "Nah, we can make it to the next truck stop". When will I listen? We did make it, but .....

[DutchmenSport]

You are more daring than me. When the tank gets 1/2, or less than 150 miles, I go into absolute panic mode.

[MandK]

Now THAT’S close

[MandK]

You are brave, for risking giving her the “I told ya so” rights for a long time.

[scottz]

Originally Posted by MandK

You are brave, for risking giving her the “I told ya so” rights for a long time.

That happens almost daily; usually I deserve it.

[Daryles]

Our closest scare, we were on our way to Vernal Ut. NO diesel gas stations along the way. It was mostly uphill. Getting really low and we topped the mountain down hill all the way to the next town. I put it in neutral and coasted most of the way downhill. The first three gas stations, no diesel. Finally at the far end of town found a big station we could drive through that had diesel.
I carry a 5 gallon can now. Just in case

[scottz]

Originally Posted by Daryles

Our closest scare, we were on our way to Vernal Ut. NO diesel gas stations along the way. It was mostly uphill. Getting really low and we topped the mountain down hill all the way to the next town. I put it in neutral and coasted most of the way downhill. The first three gas stations, no diesel. Finally at the far end of town found a big station we could drive through that had diesel.
I carry a 5 gallon can now. Just in case

I know it well; Roosevelt to Vernal. I once coasted a company truck into town; didn't make the station and had to call a buddy for a couple gallons. A pattern is appearing.

In my defense, on that particular truck, when the low fuel warning triggered, I had about 20 miles to empty. That truck went into minus territory a few times.

[RetiredandRollin]

Originally Posted by Daryles

Our closest scare, we were on our way to Vernal Ut. NO diesel gas stations along the way. It was mostly uphill. Getting really low and we topped the mountain down hill all the way to the next town. I put it in neutral and coasted most of the way downhill. The first three gas stations, no diesel. Finally at the far end of town found a big station we could drive through that had diesel.
I carry a 5 gallon can now. Just in case

Now this is another topic that I have to ask about. It has been said, I don't know because I've never experienced it nor am I a mechanic, but don't you run a risk of creating moisture, condensation or worst getting water in your spare diesel? How do you carry it; regular red plastic gas container? Very curious.

[RetiredandRollin]

Originally Posted by RetiredandRollin

Now this is another topic that I have to ask about. It has been said, I don't know because I've never experienced it nor am I a mechanic, but don't you run a risk of creating moisture, condensation or worst getting water in your spare diesel? How do you carry it; regular red plastic gas container? Very curious.

I will be hitting the road in March, heading out West for our Season#2 of Rv'ing, and carrying spare diesel is a thought I've been toying with. Because of the long desert crossings in many states out West. Just a little concerned on how to do it.
Thoughts?

[AZ Traveler]

Originally Posted by RetiredandRollin

I will be hitting the road in March, heading out West for our Season#2 of Rv'ing, and carrying spare diesel is a thought I've been toying with. Because of the long desert crossings in many states out West. Just a little concerned on how to do it.
Thoughts?

Manny,

Make sure you have a little water with you, otherwise not a big deal. You will have plenty of range with your 450. If you carry a spare can of gas just cycle it through the gas tank in your truck every month or so.

[RetiredandRollin]

Thanks for the tip.

[RetiredandRollin]

Originally Posted by AZ Traveler

Manny,

Make sure you have a little water with you, otherwise not a big deal. You will have plenty of range with your 450. If you carry a spare can of gas just cycle it through the gas tank in your truck every month or so.

Thank you, If I choose that option I will definitely cycle the fuel.

[scottz]

Originally Posted by RetiredandRollin

I will be hitting the road in March, heading out West for our Season#2 of Rv'ing, and carrying spare diesel is a thought I've been toying with. Because of the long desert crossings in many states out West. Just a little concerned on how to do it.
Thoughts?

No worries, plenty of stations out west; just don't pass them all up. For me, it is not worth the trouble of carrying fuel and smelling like diesel. Have never found it necessary.

[RetiredandRollin]

Originally Posted by scottz

No worries, plenty of stations out west; just don't pass them all up. For me, it is not worth the trouble of carrying fuel and smelling like diesel. Have never found it necessary.

I hear ya and Thank you. We'll be in your neck of the woods, God willing if everything goes as planned, starting June 1st. Congrats on your new F450.

[dhuhn]

Good thing you made it or Alta would have made you push!��

[AZ Traveler]

Scott,

I have run mine to where it shows -30 miles left. Ford keeps 4-5 gallons it doesn't show on the gauge with the diesel because you really don't want run one out of gas.

[scottz]

Originally Posted by AZ Traveler

Scott,

I have run mine to where it shows -30 miles left. Ford keeps 4-5 gallons it doesn't show on the gauge with the diesel because you really don't want run one out of gas.

I think you are right. At this fueling, I pumped 46.9 gallons into Ford's 48 gallon tank. It might hold a little more than 48. On two other occasions I have pumped 48.5 gallons into it.

I'll do better with the new truck.

[TomCat]

Originally Posted by AZ Traveler

Scott,

I have run mine to where it shows -30 miles left. Ford keeps 4-5 gallons it doesn't show on the gauge with the diesel because you really don't want run one out of gas.

I can attest to this as well. On a Ford diesel you have at least 4 gallons left when the countdown hits zero. Doesn’t mean you want to tug on Superman’s cape too many times.

[Theunz]

When your fuel gets that low you run the risk of picking up the trash that settles toward the bottom of the tank, and that will ruin your day worse than running out of fuel!

[mlh]

My F150 has a 36 gallon tank. When it says I have 40 miles left I can get 32 gallons in it. It averages about 22+ MPH. So at 40 miles of empty I have about 2 gallons left.
Lynwood