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Old diesel in a jerry can - can I use it?

I have a jerry can of diesel that is several years old - is it OK to use it?

Asked on 9 October 2012 by Peter Clunie

Answered by Honest John
Not in a modern engine. In an old tractor or something, maybe.
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