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10-18-2006, 07:28 PM

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making biodiesel??

Can shortening can be used to make bio-diesel?

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10-18-2006, 08:01 PM

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I think so, but it is probably way more trouble than its worth. Stick with nice clean fryer oil from a good restaurant.

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10-18-2006, 08:16 PM

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Yes it can, but the cloud point will be high and wouldn't be suitable for winter without jelling.

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