RE: First model diesel experience
Cliff,
You have been given a couple of options. I would try the unscented kerosene. I think you can still get pre-mixed scented fuel from Eric Clutton (Dr. Diesel).
The #2 fuel oil IS NOT the same as kerosene. It is my understanding that kerosene would be equivalent to #1 fuel oil.
You need to find something with equivalent burn rate for timing purposes.
George