Diesel

[Submarine]

Yeah this may be one of those "be careful what you wish for" scenarios. Spend 100 million to collect a couple hundred thousand.

Wouldn't surprise me though. I know of a guy who had AZ Dept of Revenue hounding him for a $12.50 license fee for a 'business license' for selling at a gun show. Thing is, he was only doing an informational display, not selling anything! They hounded him for months though but he didn't pay on general principle.

 

[cactusamigo]

rockyptjoe - Need to sort out "assumption" from fact. Need to ask the challenging agent to either cite or present a copy of the AZ statute that defines imported fuel. Some people take special racing fuel into Mexico. This fuel cannot be purchased in Mexico. It would be interesting how an ADOT agent would deal with this. Without performing a chemical analysis, they cannot determine what one is bringing back.

 

[FIESTAFROG]

I attached my transfer tank to my OEM tank so now it "feeds the engine". Here some pics of my work on my F250.[attachment=3:1j3rbq2l]DSC02719.JPG[/attachment:1j3rbq2l][attachment=2:1j3rbq2l]drain1.JPG[/attachment:1j3rbq2l][attachment=1:1j3rbq2l]transfer line.JPG[/attachment:1j3rbq2l][attachment=0:1j3rbq2l]DSC02710.JPG[/attachment:1j3rbq2l]

 

[rockyptjoe]

Cactusamigo and Fiestafrog....the applicable A.R.S. were cited earlier in this thread, or another one.....but ADOT considers anything OVER the stock tank (per the manufacturer's specifications) on your vehicle to "qualify" for taxation as imported fuel, Just because they don't zap you each time doesn't mean it doesn't fall under the stature. BTW, I don't think a state has the right to tax "imports" from a foreign country....that is the purview of the federal government!

 

[FIESTAFROG]

We have lost control of our government. they are going to do what they want anyways. Ive been ok twice now. I guess its just like playing the "pasa, alto" game when bringing in stuff. Ive had to pay taxes twice going in but brought stuff over 40 plus times so..... "es como es" (it is what it is)

 

[azbeachboy]

MEXICO CITY - A Mexican border city has begun fining U.S. drivers who cross the border to fill extra drums, tanks or barrels with government-subsidized Mexican fuel.

The city of Ciudad Acuna, across the border from Del Rio, Texas, said Friday that it fined four U.S. residents for carrying extra diesel and would impound their cars until they pay. The fines equal 70 percent of the value of the diesel confiscated.

U.S. drivers can fill up their own vehicles, but carrying extra fuel containers back across the border violates customs regulations and possibly safety rules, a report from the city said.
Mexico, one of the world's top 10 oil producers, sells diesel fuel domestically at subsidized prices of about US$2.25 per gallon, about half the U.S. price.

Mexican filling stations near the U.S. border have seen an increase in American drivers who cross over to fill up. Mexican truckers and drivers complain the run on fuel is causing temporary shortages and longer lines for them.
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[Kenny]

The answer LOL...http://www.hempworld.com/Hemp-CyberFarm_com/htms/hemp-products/bio-diesel/bio-diesel.html

 

[cactusamigo]

Rockyptjoe - "...I don't think a state has the right to tax "imports" from a foreign country....that is the purview of the federal government!"

What you state is just one of several things states do that many feel are intrusions or duplication of federal authority, and are in violation of the Constitution, including state income tax, state drug laws, etc.

 

[cactusamigo]

rokyptjoe - Sorry, I missed the post citing the ARS in regard to imported fuel. This thread is rather long. If you read 28-5607, it allows import of up to 16,000 gallons of fuel per year WITHOUT A LICENSE. Because of the quantity allowed, commercial importation appears to be the intent. I think applying this statute for personal use is somewhat stretching it.

 

[FIESTAFROG]

rat bastard!

 

[rockyptjoe]

If the prices go up high enough, it might be almost safe to drive in Rocky Point....half of the drivers will be off the road since they won't be able to afford the gas!!! :roll: :roll: