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STA-BIL 22206 Fuel Stabilizer - 10 Fl oz.

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I usually stock up on fuel when it's cheaper and if I have fuel left over at the end of fall, I use this during the slow landscaping months in the winter, keeps my fuel stocks in prime condition for the busier times in spring...

While I am not petroleum scientist, I have had the opportunity to start vehicles that had been in storage for several months with and with STA-BIL. I was easily able to tell the difference. I first started using STA-BIL when I moved to the East Coast, leaving my Ford Explorer behind. The vehicle was in good condition but had 150k miles on the odometer, making me somewhat concerned about starting the vehicle when I returned and/or attempted to sell it. I gave STAB-BIL a try and was very pleased with its performance. In fact, it seems to work longer than the 3-6 months the manufacturer suggests. For nearly two years, I had the vehicle parked in my parents' driveway, much to their chagrin. If I recall, I only put 1-2 bottles in the tank the entire time. I never had a problem starting the vehicle. Ultimately, I was able to sell the Explorer because I had no problems starting and running the vehicle during my brief trips back home.

By contrast, a relative has a 1992 Mazda Miata with 35k miles, which is only used in the summer. The owner did not use fuel stabilizer until I purchased it for her. The last time I helped this person get the car started after being stored for four months, it chugged and sputtered for nearly 30 minutes. I would not have felt comfortable driving such a vehicle as it would have been likely to stall. I finally purchased STA-BIL as a stocking stuffer for Christmas '08 and put it into the Miata's gas tank myself. From what I understand, it has worked well. However, the real test will come in Spring 2010. I fairly confident it will work given my experience with my Explorer. Now, I recommend STAB-BIL to family members who are storing lawn and snow removal equipment. Consider STA-BIL a cost effective insurance policy along with simple tips below.

Other Storage Tips:

Over-inflate the tires to prevent flat spots
Start the car or equipment periodically in the off-season
Get an AC trickle charge or solar trickle starter for the battery
Get an oil change before storage
Consider insect repellants and/or covering air intakes if pests are a problem

With todays fuels & the additives in their blend,fuel in small [ as well as large ] quantities can go stale in as little as two months.Nothing is worst than going to use your stored vehicle or equipment to find it D.O.A. !.Plus the expense of repairs, if you're not a mechanic yourself. It's Very cheap insurance.Fuel companies are now saying that whenever you fill up your fuel cans, you should treat it,even if consumed promptly.It had the added benefit of being a fuel system cleaner. I further recommend spending the extra money for the "Blue" Ethanol fuel Stabil for even more peace of mind.Like that old adage, "You can pay Me now, or you can pay me later" !!!

this stuff works: i use it in all my garden tools: string trimmer , chain saw, snowblower, garden tractor etc

This was really convenient since they had free shipping on this item. I'm currently deployed and was able to send it to my sister so she could store my bike for the next few months.