Thread subject: Whaler Central - Boston Whaler Boat Information and Photos :: 1999 Montauk winter storage

Posted by auburnbuilder on 11/22/09 - 7:15 PM
#1

Is it best to drain fuel tanks and outboard of gasoline or leave them full? I have a mercury 90, 2 stroke with aluminum fuel tanks under seat.
Thanks

Posted by Phil T on 11/22/09 - 8:33 PM
#2

With portable tanks, I would drain them completely.

Posted by HarleyFXDL on 11/23/09 - 6:35 AM
#3

I drain my carbs and the fuel tank. Ethanol absorbs water like a sponge, and evaporates leaving the H2O in your tank. Which is worse, the condensation from an empty tank or water absorbed by the alcohol?