How to run the gas out of a F100??

[yamahamaninmobileal89]

I have a Yammy F100 (2000). It has no fuel disconnect. I have always thought it is good to run the gas out of engines when not using them for a month or 2. I am not talking about winter. Anyway the F100 has no fuel connect into the engine. What should I do? Should I even run the gas out. Thanks!

 

[12Footer]

Re: How to run the gas out of a F100??

Running the gas out is a totally debateable (and has been debated here a few times) practice.<br />I run mine ALLMOST out, but never dry. Reason being, it is 2cycle...No gas nmeans no oil.<br />I wouldn't worry too much about the gas in the bowl,if you will be using it within a month or two.

 

[DJ]

Re: How to run the gas out of a F100??

yamaha,<br /><br />If your Yamaha is EFI, it's not necessary. Just put conditioner in the fuel.

 

[JB]

Re: How to run the gas out of a F100??

Howdy, Yammyman.<br /><br />I agree with DJohns. In fact I would do the same with a carbed engine like your Yammy. <br /><br />Good luck.

 

[yamahamaninmobileal89]

Re: How to run the gas out of a F100??

Should I use Yamahas Ring Free Fuel Adiitive or Fuel Stabililizer<br /> click here too see what i am talking about

 

[JB]

Re: How to run the gas out of a F100??

Ring free is a 2 stroke additive. Use Stabil.

 

[Forktail]

Re: How to run the gas out of a F100??

The F100 isn't EFI. With 4-strokes (carbs or EFI), Yamaha recommends running the outboard at idle speed until the carburetors or fuel delivery system is empty and the engine stops. Each carb will have a drain as well. EFI's need to have the vapor separator drained. Yamaha also recommends draining fuel tanks. Of course adding a fuel stabilizer to the fuel that can not be drained is a good idea.<br /><br />You can pinch the fuel hose off to do this, or disconnect the supply line under the cowl.<br /><br />For 2-strokes Yamaha recommends the fogging/stabilizer routine.<br /><br />Hope this helps.

 

[yamahamaninmobileal89]

Re: How to run the gas out of a F100??

So I can just pinch the fuel line until it runs dry? Thanks!

 

[papasage]

Re: How to run the gas out of a F100??

i never run my carbs out just turn it off never had a carb probablem but i dont let it sit more than a couple of months.an old outbord mechanic told me that you cant run it all out .that little that is left in it will dry out in a weak leaving a build up .in time you can have a lot of build up. just keep thim full by pumping the bulb 0nce a month . i live in so ga so i can go to the lake .dont have to winterize <papasage>

 

[Forktail]

Re: How to run the gas out of a F100??

beudro, there is an inexpensive tool made specifically for clamping hoses. It's like a locking pliers with a wide, fat clamp area as to not damage the hose. They work well.

 

[yamahamaninmobileal89]

Re: How to run the gas out of a F100??

Thanks forktail! Do you know where I can get some?

 

[Forktail]

Re: How to run the gas out of a F100??

Any decent auto parts store should carry it. I got mine at NAPA.