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01-07-2022, 01:45 PM
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Wife said maybe we should stop for fuel
Of course I said "Nah, we can make it to the next truck stop". When will I listen? We did make it, but .....
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Scott & Alta
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01-07-2022, 02:22 PM
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Montana Master
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You are more daring than me. When the tank gets 1/2, or less than 150 miles, I go into absolute panic mode.
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01-07-2022, 02:27 PM
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Montana Fan
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Now THAT’S close
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01-07-2022, 02:30 PM
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Montana Fan
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You are brave, for risking giving her the “I told ya so” rights for a long time.
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01-07-2022, 06:52 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: Apr 2017
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M.O.C. #19755
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Quote:
Originally Posted by MandK
You are brave, for risking giving her the “I told ya so” rights for a long time.
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That happens almost daily; usually I deserve it.
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Scott & Alta
2017 Montana 3160RL, Legacy, Onan 5.5Kw, Solar
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01-07-2022, 02:32 PM
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Montana Master
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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
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01-07-2022, 06:54 PM
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Quote:
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
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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.
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01-12-2022, 02:45 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Oct 2020
Location: Miami Lakes
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M.O.C. #27367
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Quote:
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
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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.
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01-12-2022, 02:50 PM
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Seasoned Camper
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Quote:
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.
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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?
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01-12-2022, 04:29 PM
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Site Team
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Quote:
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?
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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.
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01-13-2022, 04:08 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Oct 2020
Location: Miami Lakes
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M.O.C. #27367
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Thanks for the tip.
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01-13-2022, 04:10 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Oct 2020
Location: Miami Lakes
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M.O.C. #27367
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Quote:
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.
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Thank you, If I choose that option I will definitely cycle the fuel.
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Manny & Myrna
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01-12-2022, 05:19 PM
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Site Team
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M.O.C. #19755
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Quote:
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?
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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.
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01-13-2022, 04:14 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Oct 2020
Location: Miami Lakes
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M.O.C. #27367
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Quote:
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.
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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.
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01-07-2022, 03:14 PM
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Montana Master
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Good thing you made it or Alta would have made you push!
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01-07-2022, 03:24 PM
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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.
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01-07-2022, 06:51 PM
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Site Team
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Quote:
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.
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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.
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01-12-2022, 04:14 PM
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Seasoned Camper
Join Date: Sep 2018
Location: Conklin
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Quote:
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.
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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.
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01-07-2022, 03:43 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Mar 2016
Location: Catoosa
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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!
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01-07-2022, 03:51 PM
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Montana Master
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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.
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