No Sta-bil for generator?
On the advice of RV.net experts, I use Sta-bil diesel in my motorhome. Because I also do not use my boat often, I use Sta-bil for gas engines in a four-cylinder inboard. Soooooo, I just installed ...
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Crespro wrote:mowermech wrote:
Diesel fuel, jet fuel, kerosene, etc. does not "rot" and turn to varnish like gasoline does.
As long as the fuel is dry (NO water in the tank), no additives are needed, and no algae will grow.
If there IS water in the tank, the tank should be cleaned and dried to remove ALL traces of moisture.
I recommend that, before using ANY additive, look up the MSDS of the additive, then think about whether you want that chemical cocktail in your fuel tank!
Thanks very much. Excellent advice.
This is fine if you live in a low humidity climate and use your rig frequently. I can tell you most lobster men and cruising folks use stabilizers and algaecides especially during long winter layups. Its not unusual to get some water from a dealer, and in humid locations condensation can build up over time. Marine locations are worse of course but any of the major additive brands will do no harm when used as directed. Some raise cetane levels to old fuel Thats also why I have Racors with water seperators and sight bowls on my diesel engines and generator. If you add new fuel and run your rig frequently you would probably never need additives. But not all new fuel is clean and dry. Its bad luck but it happens.
