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Created by : Tata V.S. Kameswara Rao, Proprietor, Deals-on-Wheels  | 03 31 2009 07:33:52 +0000
Industry : AutomobileFunctional Area : Open Source(Technology)
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Before 7 am, else after 7 pm Vs Any time
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Yes there is a sound logic in his argument.I know that such a chemical reaction is possible in the presence of sunlight. i hope you people know that nitrious oxides are formed due to the aid of sunlight and they eventually lead to  smogs. In this case the automotive exhaust is the key to it.

Well when we put in petrol we know that petrol being volatile some of it is lost in the atmosphere. now if they react with the  smog or NOX ground level Ozone formation is possible.

thats why it is suggested that you put in petrol when there is minimum heat generated due to sunlight.thats why the time 7am or after 7 PM.

Anyway i always put in full tank in my car and i have got a whole 2 weeks before refill.So i can manage the timings.But its always after 7PM for me.  


By Nayan Deb, Automobile Consultant, Autovision Point  05 29 2009 16:13:33 +0000
 
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I am stunned with this question. All along one used to think that refuelling was necesarry whenever you ran out of fuel. Simple. But having read the thing about viscosity, it is an eye opener to me. I mean does viscosity really make so much of a difference to the measurement especially given the fact that our pumps in any case are not properly calibrated and if they are, the attendants have a plethora of ways to ensure you dont get the actual quantity. I once got Rs. 15 worth of fuel from a pump after it had been shut down. This was the amount fuel that was present in the pipe.

IF the above is not true, then the answer should simply be anytime, anywhere. I mean you really cant make a schedule for fuelling your car.


By Jaygopal Raghavan, Marketing Manager, Landmark Group  03 31 2009 15:14:20 +0000
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I found following help material for the same discussion.

Fueling your vehicle at dusk is just one of the summertime tips to help protect against the formation of ground-level ozone, a form of pollution that increases in these days full of sunshine, hot temperatures and stagnant air.

Protecting against the formation of ozone may sound a little confusing, given that we're always hearing about the need to protect the ozone. The ozone we want to protect is in the stratosphere (upper atmosphere). That ozone is good because it protects us from UV (ultraviolet) radiation. Ground-level ozone (in the troposphere) is bad. It is formed when VOCs (volatile organic chemicals) react with NOx (nitrogen oxides) in the presence of sunlight and heat. Major sources of these ozone precursors include motor vehicle exhaust, industrial emissions and chemical solvents.

Ground-level ozone aggravates your respiratory system, decreases lung function and may cause permanent lung damage. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, approximately one out of every three people is at risk for high ozone health effects. This includes children, those with asthma or existing respiratory problems and adults of all ages who actively work or exercise outdoors (which would include virtually everyone in exercise-loving Boulder County).

Humans, of course, are not the only ones to suffer. Ground-level ozone also damages plants and ecosystems. It interferes with the ability of plants to produce and store food, increasing their susceptibility to pests, severe weather, disease, etc. Ozone also damages the aesthetic quality of the leaves of plants and trees, and reduces crop and forest yields.

The good news is that by following a few simple steps, we can reduce this summertime pollution. Here are a few suggestions from the Regional Air Quality Council (RAQC) and from the Colorado Department of Public Health and the Environment:

Limit driving, combine trips or use alternative transportation. According to RAQC, operating and refueling vehicles accounts for 35 percent to 50 percent of ozone formation in the Denver metro area.

Stop at the click and don't overfill at the pump. Refueling at dusk/night is preferable because the fuel vapors do not have so much of a chance to "cook" in the midday sun.

Turn your gas cap until it clicks three times to ensure that harmful pollutants are not seeping out of your gas tank.

Avoid using gas-powered yard equipment on high ozone days. Let the grass grow another day. If you must, wait until later in the day.

Substitute an electric starter or charcoal chimney for lighter fluid in your BBQ.

Painting, stripping and refinishing projects typically contain VOCs. Postpone using these products until later in the day to avoid morning and midday heat. Better yet, postpone until fall and use low VOC water-based paints and stains.

Avoid idling your car for more than 30 seconds. Choose to go inside rather than sit in long drive-thru lines.

Tightly seal the lids on chemical products to avoid evaporation.

Keep your car properly tuned and maintained. Simple steps like checking the tire pressure weekly and regular oil changes can go a long way.


By malikireddy , Controls systems Team Manager., VESTAS Wind Systems A/S.  | 05 19 2009 12:41:02 +0000
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Dear Mr. Dipen,

Please never mind in this aspect, ofcourse this is much tech. involved. Thats why this question has been put in 'Automotive TECH talk'

Regards


By Tata V.S. Kameswara Rao, Proprietor, Deals-on-Wheels  | 04 03 2009 13:33:14 +0000
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I would recommand this because the viscosity plays a role in the quantity/sec delivered may be appropriate.


By Tata V.S. Kameswara Rao, Proprietor, Deals-on-Wheels  | 03 31 2009 07:33:52 +0000
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I don't think so that there is any fixed time for refueling the, whenever see my petrol tank empty i go for it.

 


By Deepti Behl, Product Development Manager, Maruti  | 05 22 2009 05:54:48 +0000
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I would also say that there is no fixed time to refuel the car,what if you have been run short of petrol in the afternoon would you wait for evening so that you can fill up the tank.One will refuel the car when its needed.


By Sudhish Chatterjee, Product Development Manager, Motors  | 04 04 2009 08:37:30 +0000
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Yes Mr. Jaygopal Raghavan,

You are correct in your view. But, for those who plan for a week or fortnight, they fill in considerable quantity.

You have also posted ' How to get more out of your fuel ' , or similar, that also contains the answer.

Thank you for your comment. Keep in touch sir.

Regards


By Tata V.S. Kameswara Rao, Proprietor, Deals-on-Wheels  | 04 03 2009 13:29:09 +0000
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Hi Kamaeshwara, what you said might be right but do you feel that you will get the proper viscosity before 7 am and after 7 pm as suggested by you. As rightly said by Jaigopal, it is very difficult even to ensure whether we are getting the right amount of petrol. Viscosity is a much technical aspect and most people wont know the impact of viscosity of petrol on vehicle.


By Dipen Trivedi, Project Manager, 3i Infotech  | 04 01 2009 06:40:44 +0000
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whenever i see a empty petrol bunk in the sense when there not lot of people there, i guess it is the best time to refuel.....


By Saurabh Jain, Team Lead, Infosys  | 03 31 2009 11:50:48 +0000
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