Better MPG on 93?

[Cowpie]

On 1/16/2019 at 6:23 PM, DONWT15 said:

Try looking in areas that cater to boaters. Gas with ethanol is the kiss of death for outboards. They sit for months at a time and the ethanol separates out.

Not according to West Marine in an article the put out....

 

MYTH: Ethanol-blended fuels are bad and should be avoided.

TRUTH: Ethanol blended fuels (E10) are common throughout much of the United States. After the transition period from non-ethanol fuel, E10 may actually be a superior marine fuel, as it tends to keep low levels of water moving through the fuel system, keeping the system “dry”. For over a decade, marine engines have been engineered to handle E10 gasoline. However, all types of fuels should be treated if they won’t be used in a few weeks.

 

https://www.westmarine.com/WestAdvisor/Busting-Ethanol-Fuel-Myths

 

They also recommend if storing for extended periods to make sure the tank is topped off.  Greatly reduces problems that can occur due to condensation, which is the only reason ethanol may separate from gasoline.

 

As with anything, usually the only time people have problems with any fuel is due to user issues and not the fuel itself.   Obviously OPE with vented tanks could have an issue, but any fuel system with non vented tanks.... a.k.a motor vehicles.... there should not be any issues.

Edited January 22, 2019 by Cowpie