Rosewood Gas Stations: B41 Ease vs B42 Zombie Chaos

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Yes – Rosewood does have a gas station in both Build 41 and Build 42 of Project Zomboid. In fact, there's one on Rosewood's northern highway edge (within the town limits) and even a second smaller station off in the woods south of town.

Build 41: Rosewood's main gas station is easy to find and use, offering unlimited fuel while the power's on (and still infinite if you hook up a generator later).

Build 42: The same stations are present, but the town is more dangerous and fuel mechanics changed – some pumps can start out empty and gas isn't unlimited anymore unless you adjust sandbox settings.

🗺️ Where to Find Rosewood's Gas Stations

Main Fossoil Gas Station

📍 Location: North edge of Rosewood along the highway
🧭 Coordinates: Grid 814, 1126 (NE part of Rosewood cell)
🏢 Features: Fossoil brand, 4 pumps, convenience store with upstairs apartment
🔍 How to find: Head north from Rosewood center, past the fire department

Secondary Gas-2-Go Station

📍 Location: South of Rosewood near a lake and rest stop
🧭 Coordinates: Approximately 812, 1210
🏢 Features: Gas-2-Go brand, 2 pumps only, small shop with diner nearby
🔍 How to find: Drive south from Rosewood towards Dixie, look for rest stop

Note: Many players miss these stations because they're looking in central Rosewood. Remember both are on highways - one at the north edge and one to the south outside town. For a complete overview of all gas stations, check our comprehensive gas station locations guide.

🏪 Gas Station Details & Layout

Main Fossoil Station Structure

Ground Floor

🛒 Convenience Store: Sales area with shelves
📦 Back Room: Storage/employee area
🧊 Freezers: Can store food if powered
🪑 Furniture: Counter, shelving, cash register
🧰 Potential Loot: Snacks, drinks, maps, car supplies, magazines, VHS tapes

Second Floor

🛏️ Living Space: Apartment/office area
🚿 Bathroom: With shower facilities
🍴 Kitchen: Basic cooking area
🪟 Windows: Overlook the gas station
🧰 Potential Loot: Kitchen items, tools, clothing, residential items

Exterior Layout

⛽ Fuel Pumps: 4 pumps arranged in 2 islands under canopy
🅿️ Parking Area: Large lot with potential for vehicle spawns
🚪 Access: Multiple entrances including front door to shop
🗑️ Dumpsters: Usually found around back of building

Secondary South Station

🏪 Building: Small single-room convenience store
⛽ Pumps: Only 2 pumps (1 island)
🍽️ Adjacent: Diner or rest area building nearby
🌲 Environment: Surrounded by forest, near a lake
🧰 Potential Loot: Basic snacks, drinks, maybe maps

💡 Good to know: This secondary station is often overlooked but serves as an excellent backup fuel source if the main station becomes inaccessible.

⛽ Fueling Up: Before & After Power Outage

💡 While Power Is On (Days 0-30)

Drive vehicle next to pump OR bring gas can to pump
Right-click on car's fuel port → "Refuel from pump"
Or right-click pump directly → "Take Fuel" (with empty gas can)
Wait for refueling to complete

Build 41: Each pump has unlimited fuel

Build 42: Pumps have large but finite amount of fuel; some may be empty

🔌 After Power Outage

Without a generator, pumps will NOT work!

To Use Pumps After Outage:

Find a generator (warehouses, tool shops, storage units)
Find & read "How to Use Generators" magazine (required!)
Place generator outside near pumps (within 20 tiles)
Fuel the generator (using saved gas or siphoned from vehicles)
Connect & turn on the generator
Use pumps normally as long as generator runs

Generator & Fuel Management

Generator Placement

✅ Outside the gas station (prevents deadly fumes)
✅ Within 20 tiles of the pumps
✅ Placed on roof for safety (if you build stairs)
❌ Not inside enclosed spaces (deadly!)
❌ Not too far from pumps or they won't power

Generator Fuel Consumption

• Approximately 1 unit of fuel per hour at half load
• A full gas can (~10 units) lasts about 10 hours
• Turn off the generator when not actively using pumps
• Generators make noise that attracts zombies
• Consider clearing the area before extended generator use

When Pumps Show "Out of Gas" (Build 42)

• Try other pumps at the same station
• Visit the secondary station south of Rosewood
• Consider a trip to neighboring towns (Muldraugh, Echo Creek)
• Resort to siphoning fuel from abandoned vehicles

⚖️ Build 41 vs Build 42 Comparison

Aspect	Build 41 (Rosewood)	Build 42 (Rosewood)
Gas Station Location	North edge of town on highway; plus one south outside town	Same locations. No map changes to gas stations themselves.
Zombie Presence	Very few; easy to clear. Gas station often safe early.	Many more wander in from town/highway. Must secure area actively.
Fuel Availability	Infinite while power is on; requires generator after outage. Pumps always have fuel.	Fuel finite & sometimes pre-drained. Need generator after outage. Some pumps may start empty.
Using as Base	Great beginner base. Upstairs apartment, low zombie pressure.	Still a strong location, but harder to defend due to increased zombie density.
Generator Magazine	Fairly common in bookstores and residential areas.	Exceptionally rare - much harder to find.
Additional Notes	No wild animals, no empty pumps. Rosewood generally easier.	New town nearby (Echo Creek) offers another fuel source. More challenging overall.

Map Changes

The gas station locations themselves did not change between B41 and B42. Both stations remain in the same spots.

Build 42 added a new town called Echo Creek west of Rosewood with its own gas station, giving the area another fuel source. Check the interactive maps to explore these new areas.

Difficulty Changes

In Build 41, Rosewood was considered an easy starting location with minimal zombie presence around the gas station.

Build 42 significantly increased zombie population in Rosewood, making the gas station more dangerous to access and hold.

Sandbox Settings (Build 42)

If you prefer the Build 41 experience, you can adjust these settings in Build 42:

• Set "Gas Station Fuel Storage" to "Infinite" instead of "Low"
• Set "Chance Gas Station Has No Gas" to "0" instead of default ~20%
• Reduce zombie population in Rosewood specifically

💡 Survivor Tips for Rosewood's Gas Station

🏠 Using the Station as a Base

✓ Secure the upstairs: Barricade windows and create sheet rope escape routes
✓ Remove stairs: Build stairs to roof then destroy them to prevent zombie access
✓ Vehicle barricades: Park cars strategically to funnel zombies away from entrances
✓ Roof generator: Place generator on roof for safety (zombies can't reach)
✓ Farming: Set up a rooftop garden for sustainable food

⛽ Fuel Management

✓ Stockpile early: Fill multiple gas cans before power outage
✓ Test all pumps: In B42, if one pump is empty, try others at the same station
✓ Generator priority: Find one early and keep it safe for post-outage fuel access
✓ Weight awareness: Full gas cans are heavy; use vehicle storage when transporting multiple
✓ Secondary sources: Use the south station as backup if main station is compromised

Essential Priority Checklist

Locate and clear Rosewood's gas station early (Day 1-3)
Find the Generator Magazine and read it immediately
Secure a generator from warehouses or storage units
Stockpile gas cans before power outage
Set up generator at station once power goes out
Maintain a safe perimeter around your fuel source

Special Considerations

Multiplayer

• Gas stations become strategic resources in MP
• Consider faction claiming the station early
• Set up guard rotations if PvP is enabled
• Establish trading rules for fuel access

Safety & Hazards

• Generator fumes are deadly indoors
• Generator noise attracts zombies
• Don't use fire near gas pumps
• Helicopter events may draw hordes to the station

✅ Action Steps Recap

Go to Rosewood's north edge to find the main gas station (marked by fuel pump icons)
Clear area and secure it as a potential base location
Obtain generator & manual before power outage hits
Connect generator to keep pumps working after outage
Check multiple pumps if in B42 and one is dry
Visit southern station as backup if main station is inaccessible
Always carry gas cans and the generator manual

📚 Further Resources

🌐 Official Resources

• PZwiki - Gas Station: Details on fuel mechanics including B42 changes
• PZwiki - Rosewood: Complete town map and points of interest
• Project Zomboid Map Project: Interactive map showing exact gas station locations
• Official Build 42 Patch Notes: Details on fuel system changes

👥 Community Resources

• Reddit r/projectzomboid: Regular discussions about Rosewood strategies
• Steam Guides: Several guides on Rosewood basics and base locations
• YouTube Playthroughs: Watch B41/B42 Rosewood gameplay for visual guidance
• Project Zomboid Discord: Active community for specific questions