gas tank protection

[nelsonk11]

What is the best way to protect built in aluminum or steel gas tanks over the winter? Some say you should fill them completely, others say it doesn't matter, but you should add stabilizer. I added a small quantity of 2cycle oil to them (my engine is vro) just to assure minimal lubrication, and it may help the tank condition as well. Any ideas? <br />Thanks,<br />Nelsonk11

 

[Tufan]

Re: gas tank protection

I believe in full tank with stabilizer.

 

[NYMINUTE]

Re: gas tank protection

Originally posted by GhostRider23:<br /> I believe in full tank with stabilizer.

I second that. Consider how much gas will be in the spring. It won't go down.

 

[Bondo]

Re: gas tank protection

I believe in full tank with stabilizer.

Ayuh,<br />Me Too............<br />

Consider how much gas will be in the spring. It won't go down.

Good Point,...... Haddenet Thought of That........

 

[waterone1@aol.com]

Re: gas tank protection

The thought is this: A large,empty,sealed, metal surface that is heating and cooling over several months will collect and condense moisture. If the tank is full it will condense less moisture, and any moisture will be very dilluted. Always add fuel stabilizer such as stabil, to slow down the formation of gum and the "souring" of the fuel. Oil doesn't cut it.

 

[NYMINUTE]

Re: gas tank protection

Post Note: Try not to get Stabil on your hands, clothes or painted surfaces. It smells like s***

 

[umblecumbuz]

Re: gas tank protection

See this recent post:<br /> http://www.iboats.com/cgi-bin/ubb/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=1;t=010594