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phatstorage
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PostPosted: 12:22 - 10 Nov 2006    Post subject: does petrol have a use by date? Reply with quote
the reason i ask is because i'm looking at storing some in a 5 litre plastic petrol container.

i've heard that leaving some in a tank will cause the fuel to turn abit slimy after time, how long is this and will it happen if it is in a plastic container?

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PostPosted: 12:32 - 10 Nov 2006    Post subject: Reply with quote
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When gasoline is left for a certain period of time, gums and varnishes may build up and precipitate in the gasoline, causing "stale fuel." This will cause gums to build up in the cylinders and also the fuel lines, making it harder to start the engine. Gums and varnishes should be removed by a professional to extend engine life. Motor gasoline may be stored up to 60 days in an approved container. If it is to be stored for a longer period of time, a fuel stabilizer may be used. This will extend the life of the fuel to about 1-2 years, and keep it fresh for the next uses. Fuel stabilizer is commonly used for small engines such as lawnmower and tractor engines to promote quicker and more reliable starting.



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PostPosted: 12:38 - 10 Nov 2006    Post subject: Reply with quote
fuel life is around 1 year(with stabilisers) i wouldnt store in a plastic container for long peroids though a metal container is more recomended
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phatstorage
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PostPosted: 12:49 - 10 Nov 2006    Post subject: Reply with quote
ta very much. Thumbs Up
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PostPosted: 12:53 - 10 Nov 2006    Post subject: Reply with quote
Refineries add/subract additives which deteriorate after a while.
I have never noticed this as I'm never able to keep it that long.
But fresh fuel sounds about right.
It collects moisture from the air too. Through heat cool cycles causing condensation on tank walls which run down to the bottom of the tank.
But marginal effects the fuel system deals with under normal running.
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PostPosted: 14:44 - 10 Nov 2006    Post subject: Reply with quote
Storing normal petrol in a sealed container will give it a very long shelf life realistically. The lighter elements tend to flash off when you leave a carburettor full of fuel, because it has a vent to atmosphere. Last year I started a bike that had 6-year old fuel in it. The carbs needed a good clean but it still run fine on the fuel.
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PostPosted: 15:14 - 10 Nov 2006    Post subject: Reply with quote
Geri wrote:
Storing normal petrol in a sealed container will give it a very long shelf life realistically. The lighter elements tend to flash off when you leave a carburettor full of fuel, because it has a vent to atmosphere. Last year I started a bike that had 6-year old fuel in it. The carbs needed a good clean but it still run fine on the fuel.


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PostPosted: 18:41 - 10 Nov 2006    Post subject: Reply with quote
5 litres is that all,stick it in someones car or dispose of it Sencibly and buy new when you need it
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PostPosted: 19:30 - 10 Nov 2006    Post subject: Reply with quote
xlfive wrote:
5 litres is that all,stick it in someones car or dispose of it Sencibly and buy new when you need it


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PostPosted: 19:52 - 10 Nov 2006    Post subject: Reply with quote
You guys mention fuel stabilisers....anyone got tried and tested names and cheap suppliers. Confused
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