Ethanol Free gas

[rjsdolp]

Im with you on this!

I just use the Puregas app and use non ethanol in all small engines I own.

I am an intermittent user of my saw. I have never had a fuel-related problem even though the saw often sits idle for up to 6 months sometimes. But I would still prefer E0 when I can get it.

If you’re using ethanol fuel you will have issues sooner or later. There is an app … Puregas that is very useful.

 

[bwalker]

That's how I used to run my generator until I had to replace the fuel pump, witha10 Hp. Briggs.
I'm not sure if that caused it to fail, or if it was coincidence.

I've ran stuff dry and left the float bowls full. I have heard guys say running stuff dry kills rubber parts. I can't say if that's true or not.

 

[rjsdolp]

I've used regular fuel for years without much problem. One mower we have is over 30yrs old, gets regular unleaded and runs fine. I think it's more hype to use non ethanol gas than anything and you are wasting your money.
Boy will I get attacked for this.

I’m sure a lot depends on machine manufacturer and how long fuels stands before it’s used. I know it screws up everything Stihl that I own. Puregas app is very helpful.

 

[Paul Bunions]

Here's something weird: I have Echo's biggest leaf blower. I can let it sit with regular gas, and nothing happens. Can't do that with any other small engine I have.

 

[MRCLYDE]

I've ran stuff dry and left the float bowls full. I have heard guys say running stuff dry kills rubber parts. I can't say if that's true or not.

I run my generator only when we loose power so I use regular pump high octane fuel. When power is restored I drain the tank, then run it dry.

After it quits I put a pint or so of race fuel in the tank, and restart it, then let it run for a few minutes. That leave a little in the sump, fuel line and carb.

I don't leave any carb dry to avoid drying out the rubber that you mentioned above. Those precautions give me a one pull start next time I need it.

I've been using the same machine for 3 decades with no problems or repairs other than a fuel pump, it works for me.

 

[Hermio]

I just use the Puregas app and use non ethanol in all small engines I own.

If you’re using ethanol fuel you will have issues sooner or later. There is an app … Puregas that is very useful.

The puregas app lists stations that do not have E0 as having them in my area, and does not list the one station I found that has it. Maybe they have better info in other parts of the country.

 

[SteveSr]

The puregas app lists stations that do not have E0 as having them in my area, and does not list the one station I found that has it. Maybe they have better info in other parts of the country.

Well, the app (and website) use crowd sourced data. If you find errors just go to the website and either add or remove stations as necessary. I recently removed a local station that used to sell E0. The have a separate tank and dispenser for E0. The attendant says that the dispenser is busted... has been since early May. Not likely to get fixed apparently.

 

[dboyd351]

I think the Puregas site is sporadic because it relies on people reporting to it. I think the stations on there used to carry non-ethanol, but may not still do so. My approach if in an area with few non-ethanol sources is to use Puregas to locate potential sources, then call the stations to confirm that they still have it before driving out there.

 

[Hermio]

I think the Puregas site is sporadic because it relies on people reporting to it. I think the stations on there used to carry non-ethanol, but may not still do so. My approach if in an area with few non-ethanol sources is to use Puregas to locate potential sources, then call the stations to confirm that they still have it before driving out there.

One station it listed was a Speedway. There were no E0 pumps there. I doubt they ever had them, as it would be costly to remove them.

 

[dboyd351]

why couldn't you just put regular ethanol in the tank and relabel the pump?

 

[Hermio]

why couldn't you just put regular ethanol in the tank and relabel the pump?

They only have 3 choices listed: 87, 89 and 92 octane. All are E10. If they had ever had E0, it would need to be a 4th choice. BTW, if they all come from one hose, if you are only getting a gallon or two, you will get a quart or so of whatever is in the hose, which is usually E10. If you truly want it to be E0, buy only from those who have a separate hose or pump.

 

[OM617YOTA]

Around here the E0 stations sell E10 regular, E0 premium, and no mid-grade, which is normally made by mixing both regular and premium.