[aaajaws]

Well I have searched the forum and I found some different responses but wanted to see if anything new or updated

My findings of importance :

1) Shelf life good up to two years ( if properly tempurature controled 70 deg ish not direct sunlight) dust on a jug is a good indicater that its old . my basement is 55 degs
2) look for API certified and SCR engines-ok'd
3) Look for a good seal on the jug your buying a ie walmart jugs returned filled with water
4) Mixed feeling buying at the pump, moisture and contaminates can get into those tanks but cheapest per gallon
5) Fill once at a 1/4 tank, not lower ( Def keeps pump lubricated & cool ) don't over fill or spill on paint.

So as long as it API certified which Walmart Supertech DEF is and its a good seal and not older stock SHOULD BE GOOD TO USE ?

Ford / Motorcraft just like Harley Davidson does not produce the fluid or manufacture oil they contract it out and slap a label and price increase on it.. IMHO

I look forward to your responses

Ken

 

[Dunrollin]

That is a good analysis. I think you will find all of them have a date code but sometimes it is hard to find and somewhat cryptic.

 

[aaajaws]

That is a good analysis. I think you will find all of them have a date code but sometimes it is hard to find and somewhat cryptic.

Very true on the date code trying to figure it out

 

[aaajaws]

Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF)

The American Petroleum Institute (API) is the only national trade association that represents all aspects of America’s oil and natural gas industry. Our more than 600 corporate members, from the largest major oil company to the smallest of independents, come from all segments of the industry.

www.api.org

Here is something interestng about the API and DEF

 

[aaajaws]

FROM API website - Certification program 2.1 Diesel Exhaust Fluid Certification Mark The API Diesel Exhaust Fluid Certification Mark (API DEF Mark) is designed to identify diesel exhaust fluid intende to operate converters with selective catalytic reduction (SCR) in motor vehicles with diesel engines. The Mark may be licensed only if the diesel exhaust fluid satisfies the requirements of the most recent and applicable edition of ISO 22241,

Walmart Supertech does have the API DEF logo so good to go under Ford specifications.....

 

[Dunrollin]

I was watching this video of a man who let his def get stale and it cost him quite a bit.

 

[aaajaws]

I was watching this video of a man who let his def get stale and it cost him quite a bit.

Yep saw that video before my last post . Other posts I read said the SuperTech since was cheaper flys off the shelf incomparison so it constantly replaced and therefore a longer shelf life or "fresher". Im buying the Supertech today as Im at 5k miles and 1/4 tank left Just checking the seals in the store before I leave.

 

[STIAJW]

I've purchased DEF at the pump with no issues - at the same pumps the big diesels use. I look for a place that I'd also feel comfortable purchasing diesel from - one that appears to do a significant volume of diesel.

 

[aaajaws]

I've purchased DEF at the pump with no issues - at the same pumps the big diesels use. I look for a place that I'd also feel comfortable purchasing diesel from - one that appears to do a significant volume of diesel.

I am assuming its the small auto filler spout meaning smaller ?

 

[aaajaws]

Bought the 2.5 Gallon Jug of Supertech DEF comes with a filler hose from Walmart $7.88

I am hoping will wait to hear different Manufacture date Nov 16, 2021 ....??? Today is Nov 21, that is hopefully super fresh. Only 3 of them on the shelf, all the same codes and checked the seal good and tigh on mine .

Could not find how to read the code for Supertech DEF anywhere online .. But is API approved for SCR engines

 

[STIAJW]

I am assuming its the small auto filler spout meaning smaller ?

The DEF at the pump I've purchased has been from truck diesel fuel islands and is dispensed via hose and nozzle that fits the F150. But, the diesel fuel nozzles at the same islands are the larger truck diesel size (and don't fit the F150). I just get DEF at these big truck fuel islands. DEF at the pump has been around $3 per gallon.
I've not seen DEF at the pump where diesel via auto-sized nozzles is dispensed - but I've not looked very much either.

 

[beaker]

I don't have a dog in this fight, and don't have enough miles on the F-150 to speak about how that vehicle's DEF system works. I do have a 2016 Volkswagen Touareg that I bought new that now has covered 110,000 miles. The car has run exclusively on Peak Blue DEF that I have purchased at Walmart/Fred Meyer (Kroger) / and /or Costco. I store the DEF in my basement (35F - 50F). It is just a single date point, but I've never had a single DEF issue with the car.

 

[mascrappo]

The only reason I buy Motorcraft DEF is my local dealer sells it for the same price as Walmart!

 

[mbates6o]

I buy mine at a local battery warehouse store. Same price as Walmart, and I don’t have to sift through the jugs to find one that is actually sealed !

 

[aaajaws]

Bought my second 2 1/2 galoon jug of Supertech DEF Purchased Dec 1, 2021, Manufactured Date Nov 22, 2021.

Yes checking the seal for a tight fit

 

[Boaz_00000]

I don't have a dog in this fight, and don't have enough miles on the F-150 to speak about how that vehicle's DEF system works. I do have a 2016 Volkswagen Touareg that I bought new that now has covered 110,000 miles. The car has run exclusively on Peak Blue DEF that I have purchased at Walmart/Fred Meyer (Kroger) / and /or Costco. I store the DEF in my basement (35F - 50F). It is just a single date point, but I've never had a single DEF issue with the car.

price would be almost similar in all the store that is online and offline. The difference is the services and returns policy they provide. I think Walmart return policy is better than other online and offline stores. So I prefer to buy it from Walmart.

 

[STIAJW]

Considering the urea shortage in the news in Australia and Korea, it seems likely the price for urea (main ingredient in DEF) will increase in this country. I picked up a couple jugs of the Walmart Supertech DEF. Knowing the shelf life of DEF decreases as storage temperature increases I limited my purchases to a couple jugs.

 

[STIAJW]

Stopped by a place just north of Des Moines, IA with DEF at the pump today. DEF was priced at $3.80 per gallon at the big trucks diesel pumps.

 

[Dunrollin]

Def pumps can be interesting...

 

[jmperlik]

Hyundai does make a diesel SUV: 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Getting a Diesel in U.S. (motortrend.com)