The idea behind BlueDEF Platinum’s additive package is to prevent harmful SCR system deposits and failures. Does it work, we shall see, I’ve not had any DEF problems with either of my trucks, however…. – On a 2013 truck with a mere 74,000 miles, the owner of Truck Camper Adventure online magazine had a catastrophic SCR/DEF system failure on his … Read More
Amalgamated TDR-WDA diesel fuel additive
Got Diesel? Got cold temps? I’ve been using Amalgamated’s TDR-WDA additive for several months, and just bought another 2.5 gallon jug before heading to the Canadian Arctic in a few weeks. Prevention vs. repair and downtime is the goal. Resource: amalgamatedinc.com, 260-489-2549 Copyright James Langan/RoadTraveler. All Rights Reserved.
Big tires, odometer error, and mpg
Recently a friend emailed this miles-per-gallon question: I’m scratching my head here on fuel and mileage numbers. If I do the math for gallons of fuel consumed (fuel filter life % gauge) and odo I get about 16 mpg. But the Ram’s EVIC dash display says 11 MPG. With 4.30:1 gears and 37-inch tires, I know ALL the numbers are inaccurate. How … Read More
Overland Expo West 2016
Overland Expo West 2016 Camping and Adventure Travel Exposition At Mormon Lake, Arizona Overland Expo West is the premiere annual gathering for overland and backcountry travel, an event more important than the SEMA Show for those seeking vehicle-supported adventures. The educational, hands-on, gear shopping, and social opportunities are almost endless, plus it is open to the public, and includes motorcycles. … Read More