Originally Posted By: bubbatime
Originally Posted By: ARCOgraphite
and I run sometimes 1 or 2 year old E10 fuel and have no problems. My snowblower starts right up with fuel in jugs from two previous Falls ago.
Wow. Asking for trouble. Run that swill in the car and buy new gas.
Why would I risk putting low quality fuel into a $5000-7000 engine with $1000 worth of fuel injectors vs using it in a low compression antique-style snowking Tecumseh?
I have a fuel cut-off valve on all of my outdoor equipment, that coupled with using Seafoam has made all of my stuff bullet proof!
From the Seaform website: "As a fuel system additive, Sea Foam helps, clean carburetor jets, clean passageways, clean fuel injectors, clean deposits, stabilize fuel for up to 2 years, control moisture and adds lubricity to fuel."
Originally Posted By: Picky1
I have a fuel cut-off valve on all of my outdoor equipment, that coupled with using Seafoam has made all of my stuff bullet proof!
No thanks. But if it works for you, great news.
Fuel has enough alcohol in it already, no reason to add a bunch more using Seafoam.
Originally Posted By: andyd
Most carbs rely upon a viton seat for the needle valve. They aren't E 10 friendly. I use fuel shut off valves to run the carb out of gas after every use. It has helped to to make them easier to start.
The snow blower runs great even with the leak only when it's off.So instead of going with a new carb, I've decided to go with a fuel shutoff valve.
The snow blower is not used that often like a lawn mower so a $7 shut off with clamps is a no brainer.
