Reusing turkey fryer oil

[lisacsco]

a truck that smells like french fries going down the road.......cool

 

[kueh]

When I'm in a deep frying mood, I don't change or clean my oil. I usually only do french fries so it lasts me a couple of weeks or so, until the oil smells funny. If I do any meat, the oil deteriorates faster.

Freezing should be fine, though I've never tried. Freezing would separate out any water thst might have accidentally gotten in your oil. Refridgeration would be good as it would separate out any animal fat which you can just skim off. Refridgeration should be enough unless you're talking very long term storage.


Freezing breaks down oil ? Something I'll have to research....doesn't make sense to me.

The trans-fat issue..... something else to look at....... but then how many of member smoke.....?

Vegetable oil as diesel replacement....... after processing, only problem is some of the hoses need replacing periodically as they will deteriorate. Mileage is slightly lower than normal diesel. Mythbusters test showed about a 10% reduction. Yes, your exhaust will smell yummy.

You can use it for quenching your blades after heat-treating (knife-makers).

 

[monty]

Here is a URL for anyone interested in the process of making your own biodiesel in your back yard.

http://www.biodieselcommunity.org/

It is a very informative site and will, if nothing else, answer some questions you may have about biodiesel.

Cheers!

 

[glued2it]

That's I was going to mention. Works a diesel fuel. Saw it on mythbusters!

 

[pigcicles]

I was going to set up a biodiesel project for one of my boys a while back, but he changed his mind on it. There are several sites out there for anyone who is interested in it. Some offer tanks and pumps for transfering, washing, titrating etc. Very interesting process to check into if you run diesel and use a deep fryer (or can get your oil from local restaurants).

 

[monty]

Another interesting point is that since 1993, when the sulfur content of diesel was federally mandated to be lower all rubber hoses were made with a different formulation. That different formulation will prevent hose deterioration when using biodiesel.

There are a lot of other little things like you should change your oil filter within a thousand miles of starting use of biodiesel because it has a solvent property which will result in the cleaning of your fuel tank, hoses, and injectors.

The state of Vermont has been using a 10% biodiesel mix for a bit now and everyone is liking it. At 10 % there is no gelling in cold weather and the trucks did need more frequent filter changes for a bit. After that the oil samples taken from our fleet have proven that the oil stays cleaner longer.

Cheers!

 

[johnm160]

Now I guess I just need to figure out a way to store 3 gallons of oil in my fridge, that container is pretty big. I will probably have to toss this batch anyway, it has been sitting outside in the container since thanksgiving.

 

[bbq bubba]

Hey John, don't waste that oil!!
As long as you can filter it back into the jug and haven't used it more than 3 or 4 times it'll be fine, i keep mine out in the shop all winter, as long as it doesn't get to warm........that's when it goes rancid!

 

[nitrousinfected]

The trucking company I work for tried Bio-Diesel made from Rice Oil, with bad results. The place we got our bio-diesel from was reputable, but bio diesel causes as many problems as it solves. For one bio diesel will clean the entire fuel system out ( your thinking this is a good thing WRONG ) Diesel is a very dirty fuel, and leaves ALOT of deposits throughout the fuel system. Cleaning all that out will not only clog every filter you put on it, but kills injectors. We no longer use it. As far as savings, a person could save a fair amount making their own ( which is relatively simple to do ) However it is best to use NEW oil. As far as a fleet situation, bio diesel is more hassle than it is worth.

 

[johnm160]

Hey Bubba, It is back in the container, I did not filter it, but I live in Florida so it has been sitting out in the heat, about 75 - 80 degrees I would guess.

Is their an easy way to tell if it is still good? a simple sniff test maybe.

John

 

[walking dude]

in our homedepot..........this stuff sits for sale in 72 degree weather all day/nite......i have never stored my used oil in a fridge

and have never had a problem

 

[bbq bubba]

Should be fine John, if you can, strain it before storing, all the garbage in there may also lend to some smell's........keep it stored in a cool, dry place and your good to go!
I have used my oil 3 or 4 times before it breaks down and gets nasty!

 

[johnm160]

Humm, I swear I read somewhere it had to be refidgerated after it was used. If not I will strain it and plan some hot wings.