What do you guys put in the gas tank to keep the fuel from gunking up?
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Just curious as to what you guys use to put in your gas tank when you don't use the boat for a few months to try and help preserve the fuel so it doesn't gunk up?
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Thanks for the replies, I'm going to get some stabil I keep mine outdoors covered under one of those car ports but it's been sitting for a few months and will sit for another few months until I put the new motor in it but wanted to know what to put in the gas tank to prevent anything from happening. I appreciate the help!
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It may not "gunk up" in 6 months but it is definately JUNK in that time frame. Mocern blended fuels have a max 60 day shelf life. Many of the volatile hydro carbons evaporate away in as little as 30 days.
I sure would not run 6 month old gas thru a new engine or any engine for that matter save maybe my lawnmower.
Pump it out and start fresh.
I sure would not run 6 month old gas thru a new engine or any engine for that matter save maybe my lawnmower.
Pump it out and start fresh.
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Sta-Bil to keep the fuel from going bad and Startron enzyme treatment to keep from absorbing water.
I actually use startron all the time. I saw a test where new ethanol gas absorbs water immediately once it is in your tank plus I have had some issues.
I actually use startron all the time. I saw a test where new ethanol gas absorbs water immediately once it is in your tank plus I have had some issues.




