On 02/02/2012 1:54 PM, Philip wrote:
Hi All,
We are contemplating replacing our twin diesels with a 15 HP Honda 4
stroke. Weight considerations on our small cat and unavailability of
parts for our worn out 25 YO sail drives are at the core of our
decision. However i am really concerned about the adulteration of
gasoline with ethanol. Problems I have heard about include short
storage life and, with the higher ethanol content blend E20, engine
problems. Honda specifically states that their warranty will not apply
if over 10% ethanol blend is used.
We are planing a cruise to the Med and I fear the worst on the fuel
front. Any first hand info on the subject? Storage life? Additives?
Tank and fuel line considerations?
Thanks
--
S/V ORYOKI
Philip& Marilyn Lange
AE4OV KD4JRC
Currently on the hill - Beaufort NC
"There's no point in making a plan if
you're not going to pretend to follow it!"
Phil I would suggest A Tohatsu 15, The quality is the same and in a much
more reasonable price. Easier to service. As for ethanol there is not
much in Europe.
We use corn for food not fuel. But to be in the safe side use Sta-Bil
etanol treatment.
--
Yanni@ Service
Pisces Marine
669 Third Line
Oakville On
L6L4A9
905-827-4384
www.piscesmarine.ca
Tohatsu-Nissan-Mercury-Honda
DURAS Inflatables& Repairs
S/V Princess Thalia
Columbia 8.7 #73
Port Dalhousie Pier Marina
Slip A-42
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