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My Opinion....
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11/20/2008 9:46:37 PM
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For what it is worth, my opinion has and will remain the same as the past year or so. Ethanol is present in most Gasoline. Mostly at 10% levels per gallon. Although some stations have 0% Ethanol. First, it takes more E10 burned in your engine to make the same power as 100% gasoline. That being said, you DON'T get as good mileage when you burn E10 as you do 100% gasoline. (lets don't even discuss E85) The few cents you pay less really washes out with poorer fuel economy. That being said, let's move on to the question at hand. I don't recomend storing E-10 in your boat, 4-wheeler or anything else. However, I'll show you why if ya' ever visit the shop.. There are several valves/pistons etc at the bar for conversation pieces. MOST of our "Pleasure Craft" winterizations still have us treating the fuel in the tanks. At least now, there is "Stabil" with Ethonal treatment included. (Lets prolong the inevident) Yall got this when we winterized your boat when we came to the lake. : ) (New and Improved if you will, although I believe treated Ethanol is still Ethanol). Kinda like a Super Drain "0" . We have seen several engine failures over the past couple years due to, in my opinion to Ethanol. Cyl. head temps are higher because of detonation in performance engines, resulting in valve failures, injector failures, blown head gaskets, gummed fuel lines, tanks and lean running conditions. I know this happens slowly over a period of time but Let's face it... Marine engines and fuel systems just don't like the stuff. Kinda like cheap whisky... the feeling is the same but later on it ain't all that! Eventually, you get a headache. And, if you drink it long enough you start to feel old. LOL. For the average boating family, there is not much you can do about it. Take the boat out of the Lake and haul to the nearest Chevron? <<< Nope, not gonna happen. Most go to the most convenient stop, local marina, etc. fuel up and enjoy your day! That's fine but remember the most important thing. .. Service your boat! Have it inspected annually! Replace fuel filters. Change the oil. Take care of things. Find a shop close as possible that will take the time to REALLY check it out, even if it cost a little bit more for service. (Or out of the way when it comes to Cathouse). If you do service properly, you want come home all summer hooked to the down wind end of a tow rope. Yall remember, this is my opinion only! I am basing my opinion on just what I see here at my shop, along with articles and general information. There has been many performance engines, as well as pleasure craft repaired here as a result of what "I believe" is Ethanol. My.02 worth. Sorry for the long post. My Honest Opinion!
Steve
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