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hookum
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Posted on 04/05/13 - 1:39 PM
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I have a 1989 Outrage and I don't generally use much gas every trip out. I add gas every time I run my boat, usually 15 to 20 gallons and also always fill tank when I return.

My question is with a 63 gallon tank should I after a while drain the tank and put fresh gas in?

I have always filled my tank after use to keep down condensation and have never seen any water in my water/fuel filter.

Another thought was just filling the tank half full and that way would have fresher gas.

I add stabil every time I fill up.

This question may have been asked before and if so I apologize.


Edited by hookum on 04/05/13 - 1:40 PM
 
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Posted on 04/05/13 - 1:53 PM
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How often do you take your boat out?


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Posted on 04/05/13 - 2:02 PM
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I'd run it.


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Posted on 04/05/13 - 2:08 PM
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I use my boat about five times a year.

I keep it at the coast in a garage about 250 miles from where i live.

Also I should have added I run a 150 Suzuki 4 stroke.


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I think you are doing everything right. Keeping the tank somewhat full reduces the risk of condensation, and the Stabil prevents varnish from forming in the gas.

 
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Posted on 04/05/13 - 9:37 PM
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Thanks for all the info.

 
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Posted on 04/07/13 - 6:32 PM
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I've run Startron fuel stabilizer and Stabil, Ive done both in heavy dose's every fuel up, never once have I had a problem.


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