Common Questions About Diesel Winter Rescue
You rely on your diesel fuel de-icer to get your engine running in emergency situations, so you want to choose a high-quality product you can count on. To help you make an informed purchasing decision, we’ve answered some frequently asked questions about our diesel fuel de-icer additive below.
How does Hot Shot’s Secret Diesel Winter Rescue work?
Hot Shot’s Secret Diesel Winter Rescue uses a military-grade de-icer to liquify frozen fuel, thaw frozen fuel filters and de-gel fuel in tanks, lines, pumps and filters. At the same time, Diesel Winter Rescue adds lubricity and improves fuel economy.
When using this diesel fuel de-icer additive to thaw ice in frozen fuel filters, remove the fuel filters and add equal parts Diesel Winter Rescue and diesel fuel. Then, reinstall the filters and start the engine. When using the additive to liquify gelled fuel, treat the fuel filters as described above and add 32 ounces of de-icer to the tank for every 40 gallons of fuel. Then, start the engine and allow it to idle as the fuel system warms up and gelled fuel is cleared.
When should I use Diesel Winter Rescue?
Diesel Winter Rescue is a diesel fuel de-icer additive intended for use in emergency situations only. You should use Diesel Winter Rescue as an emergency de-icer when your engine fails to start and you suspect frozen fuel or fuel filters may be the cause. For everyday cold weather conditions, use our Diesel Winter Anti-Gel instead of Diesel Winter Rescue.
Will Diesel Winter Rescue emergency de-icer work with my engine?
We have engineered Diesel Winter Rescue to work safely with all diesel engines, including marine, vehicle, construction, agriculture, RV and semitruck engines. Even small diesel engines and engines running on biodiesel fuel blends can benefit from this fuel de-icer.
How are Diesel Winter Rescue and Diesel Winter Anti-Gel different?
Diesel Winter Rescue is an emergency de-icer used for liquefying fuel and thawing fuel filters. Diesel Winter Anti-Gel is a fuel system icing inhibitor intended for daily use in cold weather. While Diesel Winter Rescue liquefies fuel after it has become frozen or gelled, Diesel Winter Anti-Gel prevents gelling and icing, improves cold starts and increases cetane. Both products work in diesel engines, but Diesel Winter Anti-Gel is more suited to preventive maintenance applications.
How can I store and use Diesel Winter Rescue safely?
Hot Shot’s Secret Diesel Winter Rescue is an extremely effective diesel fuel de-icer. However, you should take appropriate safety precautions when storing and using it. Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent leaking and keep it away from sources of ignition. When using Diesel Winter Rescue, wear gloves and safety glasses and avoid allowing it to contact skin, eyes and clothing. See the Safety Data Sheet for detailed safety information.
Contact Hot Shot’s Secret to Learn More
If you have additional questions about our diesel fuel de-icer, feel free to contact us to learn more. At Hot Shot’s Secret, our team has the technical and product knowledge to help you choose the best fuel additive for your needs. When you’re ready to order, add Diesel Winter Rescue to your cart or call 800-341-6516 for information about bulk pricing.
Diesel Extreme & Diesel Winter RESCUE
Michael J. Chatfield (verified owner) –
I use Diesel Extreme in my 1999 Ford F250 Super-Duty with 7.3 liter diesel engine. The additive performs miracles with the 7.3 liter engine.
I am waiting for extreme cold winter weather so I can try Diesel Winter RESCUE.
Thanks to Hot Shot Secret for the great additives.
I also use Diesel Extreme in my John Deere 6430 Premium Tractor
Thank you…..
Mike Chatfield
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Hot Shot’s Secret (verified owner) –
Thanks Mike, keep us posted!
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Bryant Justin (verified owner) –
Great stuff. Will always have some in the truck during the winter months
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Hot Shot’s Secret (verified owner) –
Thank you!!
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Works as advertised!
Colton Scheid (verified owner) –
My fuel gelled up, so I added the winter rescue and was back up and running in no time. Glad I had it on hand, always have a spare bottle in the truck!
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Levi (verified owner) –
Thanks Colton!
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Yup
Matthew Whitehead (verified owner) –
Did a research in youtube, there is a guy that does a best antigell for diesel fuel. And Hotshots is hands down the best. I have not yet had the need for the winter rescue, but you can be sure it is staying close by for we have -30 here at times.
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Levi –
Thanks Matthew!
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Great tool
Sean Tripoli (verified owner) –
Hopefully I never need it. But it will save me or someone else.
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Levi –
Thanks buddy!
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Which One? I Don't Care. Problem solved!
Frank Smith (verified owner) –
Been getting water in full warning due to gel on sensor, a common problem in Ford 6.0 diesels. Used Diesel Winter Rescue in 1/2 tank of fuel. No luck. Filled up and added 3 oz of EDT. Voila! After 100 miles, warning hasn’t come back on, used to come on within 10 miles. I’m happy!
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