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dh1989
dh1989 Member Posts: 22
in Oil Heating
Does anyone know the current sulfur content levels for heating oil in the northeast? Specifically MA and RI. I'm looking to fuel a ventless torpedo heater which is dual fuel (#1/#2 oil). I see K1 kero has 400 ppm. ULSD at the pump is 15 ppm. I want to know if I benefit by using my dyed #2 in the heater (cheaper) or if I should use the pump diesel (road taxed). The 400 K1 gives off some of an odor but not too strong. I've never tried it on #2.

Thanks.

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  • Sal Santamaura
    Sal Santamaura Member Posts: 529
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    Here's the most recent chart I could find:

    http://www.nefi.com/news/docs/heating-oil-standards-chart.pdf
  • STEVEusaPA
    STEVEusaPA Member Posts: 6,506
    edited November 2015
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    You should be fine with ulsd, but can you get it dyed and not pay the road tax?
    Kero would be better.
    Why the emphasis on sulfur content?
    steve
  • CLamb
    CLamb Member Posts: 281
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    Many states and the Federal government offer rebates of highway taxes paid on fuel not used for motor vehicles.
  • STEVEusaPA
    STEVEusaPA Member Posts: 6,506
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    @CLamb I would check the process first. Here, the oil company can apply quarterly for rebate, but the end-user only once a year. You have to apply to both State and Federal agencies. And.........besides the reporting requirements, you most likely will audited.
    steve

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