Mr. Editor:
I wanted to comment on the article “Understanding Hydrocarbon-Based Fuel”: There is good info in this article but it really sells ethanol short. I think it will give preppers the misconception to stay away of ethanol.
I’ve been studying ethanol for a couple years. I run an oil burner I’ve converted, and intend to build a large still. My 2000 Ford F-150 will run 50% ethanol without issues. It will run 100% E-85 fine but the check engine light will come on because the oxygen sensor sees too clean of exhaust.
There are lots of false and manipulated statistics are intentionally circulated about ethanol. I agree with the mileage in an engine designed for gas, but the fuel versus food is spun misinformation.
The article dismisses ethanol as a viable fuel, when it is probable the only good option preppers have in an TEOTWAWKI.We should clarify ethanol’s pros and cons.
Thanks, – W.G.B.