15 gallons of Free gas = big problems

[22trophy]

I put 15 gals of 2 year old gas into my perfect running 1999 120 HP force. My motor quit working. it turns and has a spark but, absolutely does not catch. Kill switch is not a factor. Fuel filter looks clean.
Any ideas to get her running are welcome!!
Thanx!

 

[steelespike]

Re: 15 gallons of Free gas = big problems


If you are talking 2 year old premixed gas I think the best bet is drain it out.If no stabil was added to straight gas then drain that too.I'm presently running 2 year old straight gas in my 33 Studebaker with no problems.But am on shakey ground.

 

[pecheux]

Re: 15 gallons of Free gas = big problems

How long can gas be kept and used if stabil or carb cleane has been added as per recommended ratio ?

Tx

 

[RichH]

Re: 15 gallons of Free gas = big problems

How long can gas be kept and used if stabil or carb cleane has been added as per recommended ratio ?

Tx

Tecumseh offers good insight into keeping old gasoline on its Web site, Techumsehpower.com. Meantime, drain that old gas!!

 

[WillyBWright]

Re: 15 gallons of Free gas = big problems

Free old gas can cost you a motor. Get rid of it.

Stabil extends life by months, not years.