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lucky strike

10-05-2007 12:26 PM

How long is gas good for ?

I'm looking at a boat that has been sitting 2-3 years with full tanks. Gas still smells like it should.....Thanks

LS

rdoactive

10-05-2007 12:42 PM

I tried to run 2 year old gas in my 4 cycle lawn mower and 2 cycle weed wacker. It didn't even run well in those!
No way I would run a big block with that gas.
Gary

Quote:

Originally Posted by lucky strike (Post 2296477)

I'm looking at a boat that has been sitting 2-3 years with full tanks. Gas still smells like it should.....Thanks

LS

BUIZILLA

10-05-2007 01:28 PM

I wouldn't do it....

kr1276

10-05-2007 02:55 PM

If it was stored with Sta-bil, then it is good for at least a year. This is good even in small equipment such as trimmers, mowers etc... This is actually written in Honda Power Equipment Owner's Manuals the proper procedure so the fuel will not break down and damage the carburetors.

88Fount33

10-05-2007 03:03 PM

Depends upon the power. 8.75:1, 330 HP 454's probably won't know the difference. 11.0:1 Supercharged Fuel Injected 1200's no-way.

t500hps

10-05-2007 06:00 PM

How much would replacing the gas cost you.....how much would replacing the motors cost you????

lucky strike

10-05-2007 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by t500hps (Post 2296914)

How much would replacing the gas cost you.....how much would replacing the motors cost you????

BINGO !....... Thats what I thought.

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10-05-2007 07:32 PM

I Mix it 50/50 W/ some 93 Or add some octane booster and burn it on the road but wouldnt want it in a boat.

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