Oil Source?

Finding free fuel is an exciting prospect, and it is a skill that anyone can learn. There is bit of a learning curve, but as any veggie enthusiast will tell you - research first, try it out, be persistent, and you’ll be able to spot and filter good veggie like a pro! Generally Asian buffet places are golden. Read about where to look and how to ask for it in the Guide tab, and watch a video showing an oil hunt.

Filtering in Winter?

Oil filters best when it is thin. When it is cooler or cold out the oil becomes thicker which makes filters unnecessarily clog quicker and pumps work too hard. To mitigate this collect during the day when the sun has the opportunity to warm the container, or use a "bucket heater" to warm the oil up first.

Converting a Vehicle to SVO?

Vegetable Oil as Fuel works best in a fully converted diesel. Find full SVO Conversion Kits for Cars, Trucks, Semis, and more.

"the Diesel engine can be fed vegetable oils” which “may become in the course of time as important as petroleum"

-Rudolf Diesel, Diesel Engine Inventor, 1911

Handling Oil?

Vegetable Oil can be very sticky on any surface it comes in contact with. It will stain clothing and fabric, as well as garages, driveways, and wood. Be aware of this when filtering as minor precautions can save you alot of mess. For instance, wear gloves, wait for drips to fall before moving hoses, and put down cardboard or a plastic sheet around an area that you use to filter - or choose an area that is okay to get messy, or can be power-washed to be cleaned. Throwing on a jumpsuit or wearing clothes that can get dirty is a good precaution. Read more in the Guide.