Those Diesel Bugs are Biting Again!

Fuel supply problems which may be due to the old enemy diesel bug have been causing an increasing number of canal boat break-downs according to RCR.

Breakdown and assistance firm, River Canal Rescue, reports an unprecedented number of call-outs across the country recently due to fuel contamination caused by water and diesel bug (an enzyme or bacteria that grows from water in the fuel).  Diesel bug is usually prevalent after winter or Easter, but it appears to be causing problems later in the year. Out of 83 call outs in one week, nine were fuel related whereas the week before RCR attended 95 call-outs with no contamination issues. In a bid to combat the problem, RCR is offering a free 100ml bottle of Marine 16 fuel treatment to anyone who calls 01785 785680 during June.  There will be a £2.50 postage cost.

Managing Director Stephanie Horton, comments; “Many of the diesel bug problems appear to be after people have filled their vessel, so it could be a fuel supply issue.  We’re keen to help people where we can which is why we’re not putting a limit on the amount of Marine 16 we offer – it’s free to boaters in June, usually retails at around £7 and will treat a full fuel tank.”

Thanks to River Canal Rescue for this report.