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Stabilizer in the gas tank

Discussion in '456/550/575' started by puckybadger, Nov 2, 2017.

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  1. puckybadger

    puckybadger Formula Junior
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    #1 puckybadger, Nov 2, 2017
    Its winter storage time. Any thoughts on putting a gas stabilizer in? My 456M will be in an enclosed climate controlled garage. I did fill the tank with non ethanol 91 octane. Thanks.
     
  2. Meister

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    #2 Meister, Nov 2, 2017
    I've used fuel stabilizer for 20+ years in 4-5 different cars each season. Never had 1 problem. Just make sure you put in the correct ratio.
     
  3. Streetsurfer

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    #3 Streetsurfer, Nov 2, 2017
    I think it a good idea. Adding octane booster now and come spring helps fend off misfire codes and timing being pulled from the reduced octane.
     
  4. DOWORKFCAR

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    #4 DOWORKFCAR, Nov 3, 2017
    Great question as I am also ready to put my 550 in hibernation mode.

    Where did you get the non-ethanol fuel? I can only find it at our local marina. I’ve always used stabil in our snowmobiles that sit for 10 months straight.


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  5. Canuck550

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    #5 Canuck550, Nov 3, 2017
    Put in non ethanol 91 gas from shell, gas stabilizer, turn the battery connection to "off" , clean the car inside / outside, leave car in first (no hand brake) and over inflate tires...done for the winter..
    Has worked well for many years, battery does not drain fast at all if disconnected...
    I also move the car a few inches back and forth over the months as a paranoid owner to avoid tire flat spots...:)
     

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