We are working on a project up North (Nunavut, Cit anada) and there is 45,000 Gallon of JP-4 left there by the USAF in the mid-80's (probably when they turned to JP-8). That's a large volume we would preferably reused than shipped and disposed at high cost in the south. If possible, we are looking forward to mix the JP-4 with additives and use it in the heavy equipment (excavators, trucks, loaders, etc). Some info gathered on the internet mentionned to mix JP-4 with 10W30 motor oil, but we need a precise answer as we cannot afford to damage the diesel engine of the equipment. Thanks a lot for your help !
With this much fuel, some processing is required. This could be as simple as prefiltering prior to use. In order to not harm your engines, you will need to raise the flashpoint of the JP4.(FP = 0F). Petro diesel has a flashpoint of ~180F. Mixing it with waste oil is a good idea, but proportioning will be an issue. You will need to have both the JP4 and the Oil you intend to yse tested in a local lab. You need to know the following 1. pour point 2. viscosity 3. flashpoint. then Prepare a decade series of mixtures with increasing amounts of oil 1% oil, 10% oil, 20% and so on. plot the flash points for this series and determine the exaact mixture that gives you 182 degrees F. If your JP4 is in barrels the mixing is easier. If its in a tank farm there will be more processing. You will have to deal with algae, water and a lot of sediment. good luck
