Another gas stabilizer question

[lakelover]

I picked up my new boat and motor (Merc 20) at the end of May but haven't been able to use it yet, it's in storage 150 miles away at a relative's house. The dealer gave it to me with a full tank of gas, I presume with the break-in 25:1 mix in it. I knew I wouldn't be able to use it until early July, so I put the recommended amount of stabilizer in the tank. I know this won't help what's in the carb, but will this amount of storage time (=about 5 1/2 weeks) be likely to give me a problem when I try to start it up on first use?<br /><br />[It's real discipline (?) to have a brand new boat and motor sitting there and not be able to use it! Can't wait for vacation!!]

 

[Fouled Plug]

Re: Another gas stabilizer question

I think you'll be OK with that amount of time. I would double check with your dealer that the free tank 'o gas is the break in mix. I'm sure they know what they're doing, but it wouldn't hurt to ask!

 

[NOSLEEP]

Re: Another gas stabilizer question

It would take more than 6 mths in a hot climate to<br />have any effect on the quality of the fuel, as <br />long as it was not already contaminated.