Fuel additives

[Tim Clinton]

Should I be adding a stabilizer to my outboard's fuel? I,m on the water every 4 weeks or so- the outboard is 10 months old- Yamaha 9.9 2 stroke. Thanx- Tim

[kjpogo]

Always add a stabilizer

[freeflow_23]

You could get bad gas from the station. I always use fuel stabilizer for peace of mind. It can't hurt anything that's for sure.

[FinaddictMike]

It's money well spent. Sta-bil or PriG. Pri-g is cheaper and does a great job. Every time I fill my portable tanks (Generator, lawn mower, etc) I use it and have never had a carb gum up or fuel go bad. I Always use it fueling the boat. Then again, a tank has never sat a year which would be the best test. Better safe than sorry.

[tolmaz]

yes

[Diamond Jim]

I use Sta-bil , in every tankfull, and I add Seafoam two times a year to the fuel.

[Coan Ranger]

Diamond Jim originally wrote:
I use Sta-bil , in every tankfull, and I add Seafoam two times a year to the fuel.
I use the Sta-Bil in every tank but have never heard of "Seafoam. What is it and what does it do?

[Diamond Jim]

Sea-Foam has many uses. It's main use is to directly put it in yuor engine (see directions on can) to clean and de-carbonize your engine, Auto, Boat etc. It is also used as a fuel additave to clean your fuel system and as a fuel additave in place of Sta-Bil. It is also used in place of GM Top Engine Cleaner.

Many marina's and auto parts stores carry it.

Standard Disclaimer: I don't work for Sea Foam, I have never stayed at a holiday inn express, and I don't play a expert in the TV Soap Operas.

[Tim Clinton]

thanx for all of your replies and info- I have recieved alot of very useful advice on this webpage- I look forward to when I can return the favor- Tim

[Tim Clinton]

thanx for all of your replies and info- I have recieved alot of very useful advice on this webpage- I look forward to when I can return the favor- Tim

[hollandcrew]

I use STA-BIL all the time can't hurt.
I also use Yamaha's Ring Free below is a little info.
Ring Free Fuel Additive
Cleans carbon and varnish from rings, pistons, combustion chamber, intake and exhaust manifolds, and carburetor. Removes deposits that cause ring wear. Improves power and efficiency as it extends engine life.
I also try to stay away from some of the cheaper 2-cycle oils and only run Yamalube.