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Living and surviving in the Arctic
By Rudy Hiebert of Independent Amsoil Dealer
Surviving and living in the Arctic
Giving advice on “How to live and survive in the Arctic” would not be something I would have high on my priority list because I will admit from the outset that I have been never closer to North Pole than 53’53 North. On the other hand I can speculate on some things and make accurate assumptions for others experiences. What I will relate here is not theory because solutions have been experienced with regard to how extreme cold temperatures affect automotive and equipment. The performance of vehicles and equipment could have significant impact on your enjoyment and perhaps your survival in such frigid climates and extreme weather. One of the most effective power supplies for many applications like electricity and all types and sizes of vehicles is the diesel. Although there are disadvantages to a diesel compared to gasoline in sub-zero temperatures, it’s a workhorse to be reckoned with when it comes to heavy duty equipment and stationery power generation. These engines run steady for hours on end but need uninterrupted fuel supply. That is where the first problem shows up in the Arctic. There are two unavoidable circumstances that one will face if one is not prepared. The engine lubricant, if it is petroleum based, will gel and even solidify; (more on this later) and the fuel will turn to sloppy solid making it impossible to move through the fuel filters and fuel lines. If you thought your troubles were over when you realize you needed a solution for the engine’s lubricant, you will know that vehicles and equipment have a drive train, ie. transmission, differentials and hydraulics. Petroleum based oils need lots of time to warm up and block heaters or indoor shelter to make it possible to promptly start their shift. It is common to see trucks and tractors idling out front of a restaurant warming up while the drivers have breakfast. There is a solution to making life easier in such extreme weather, which incidentally could happen much farther south, is not far away. Synthetic lubricant technology has made it possible to reduce the problems listed. Synthetics for engines in all types and sizes of vehicles have made significant contributions to keeping the wheels turning in the far north. My suggestion is to use synthetic lubricant product options like Amsoil Premium API CJ-4 Synthetic Diesel Oil. Incredibly shear-stable to withstand the stress of heat, soot, acids and helps prevent deposits, corrosion and wear. Broad viscosity range offers superior protection over a wide range of temperatures. Effectively resists oil consumption and emissions, while improving fuel efficiency. The product is recommended for three times the O.E.M.’s drain interval recommendation in diesel applications. Mechanics will try to impress by using a running hour figure. In this case, it’s 600 hours or one year whichever comes first. Now we’re at the fuel component that gives mechanics and drivers alike enough grief to last the trip. Amsoil Inc. again has developed diesel fuel additives for just such temperatures as experienced in the Arctic, ie. Diesel Concentrate Plus Cold Flow. It’s not uncommon to hear about using Kerosene but I would hardly make that recommendation when you see how that could affect the depreciation of the engine. When I think about the Arctic and how vehicles and equipment would run up there, I think of emergencies. Having a bottle of “Diesel Recovery” will quickly and effectively dissolve the wax crystals that form when diesel fuel surpasses its cloud point. Diesel Recovery quickly liquefies gelled diesel fuel, thaws frozen fuel filters and reduces the need for a new filter, saving time and money and allowing the operator to continue driving with minimal down time. Living and surviving in the Arctic depends on vehicles and equipment so it demands respect for the elements.
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