VP and Sunoco

[Dan Fahey]

Originally Posted by james schaechter

We run VP and don’t prefer switching back and forth to Sunoco (which is at more NhRA tracks) so we just plan ahead and bring what we need. That is really all you need to do If the Sunoco xxx is what you prefer. Mixing is a problem, so don’t do it.

I like the unleaded Sunoco 260GTX the best.
Just do not see it much at the tracks.
Then Forced to run the Leaded.

[Mike Pearson]

I prefer VP fuel and have a distributor close to me. I purchase my fuel there and carry enough with me for the race. Typically I carry about 15 gallons along with me. In the past I have had difficulties with the Sunoco fuel and fuel check so I went back to VP. Very rarely do I have any issues with fuel check using VP C12. If you mix the fuel you will have problems at fuel check. Sometimes if you change fuel and don't get all of it out of the system before the new fuel is put in it can cause it to fail. Best is to pick one type of fuel and have enough on hand so you don't have to go through those gyrations.

[1347]

Originally Posted by Dan Fahey

I like the unleaded Sunoco 260GTX the best.
Just do not see it much at the tracks.
Then Forced to run the Leaded.

If you want to run an approved fuel that's not readily available, you will need to bring an ample supply with you. Changing fuels at the track will require pumping out old fuel, flushing with your new fuel, and I usually have the fuel tested before I go to the lanes to be sure I will pass.

[1347]

And Dan, you can call Jason at Insinger and get fuel if it's not available at the track.

[Jack McCarthy]

Careful transporting fuel ... I believe over 15 gallons (inc fuel cell) requires DOT placard and DOT rules ...

[Dan Fahey]

Originally Posted by Jack McCarthy

Careful transporting fuel ... I believe over 15 gallons (inc fuel cell) requires DOT placard and DOT rules ...

What is the most common Sunoco and VP fuel carried at tracks?
I do not see Sunoco 260 GTX much at all.

Dan

[Dave Noll]

Originally Posted by Dan Fahey

I do not see Sunoco 260 GTX much at all.

Dan

I ordered this fuel locally and it took over 2 months to show up. VP C10 is easier to get at least here.

[Steve Stickel]

Originally Posted by Dan Fahey

What is the most common Sunoco and VP fuel carried at tracks?
I do not see Sunoco 260 GTX much at all.

Dan

Here you go Dan , pick it up or have it shipped,, cheap enough !!


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[cmracing]

Originally Posted by Jack McCarthy

Careful transporting fuel ... I believe over 15 gallons (inc fuel cell) requires DOT placard and DOT rules ...

Not sure if this varies by state.

I picked up two 55 gallon drums of fuel a few months ago for some friends. I was told this was totally legal, AND, I could have taken two more drum of Alky to go along with that race fuel since they have different numbers on the tag indicating what was in the drum. I was told there is a weight limit, not a gallon limit.

Also was told I could legally transport up to 900 pounds of radioactive materials without a permit...........

But like most things, when the State and Federal Government gets involved, things get messed-up! Some states require a CDL for our tow rigs, others don't. Would be nice to have common laws across the country, but that will never happen.

[Mike Pearson]

Originally Posted by Jack McCarthy

Careful transporting fuel ... I believe over 15 gallons (inc fuel cell) requires DOT placard and DOT rules ...

My toter holds 100 gallons of fuel so I doubt they would care about 15 gallons of gasoline. I do haul it in the VP 5 gallon steel containers. I also have a 25 gallon gas tank for the generator in the trailer, Sometimes I carry a couple of 5 gallon containers of Non Ethanol gas for the golf cart and the small suitcase generator.