Why we ask for fuel sample

[jakedaawg]

 

[jakedaawg]

Motors don't run well on this. This is classic "bad fuel"

notice distinct layering.

when we ask you to take a fuel sample into a clear jar this us what you don't want it to look like.

Mods please move if necessary - just thought it was a good post for this time of year as folks start their stuff up.

 

[dingbat]

Interesting to find out what the “distinct layers” are floating on the top.

Water and ethanol (aka phase separation) would have settled to the bottom and be clear

 

[boobie]

Yes, what are the "distinct layers" ? I'm confused.

 

[daselbee]

Picture is upside down.....

 

[boobie]

Guess I'll have to stand on my head to look at it...………….

 

[GA_Boater]

Picture is upside down.....

LOL

Fixed it.



BTW - I think the intent is understood.

 

[interalian]

Picture is upside down.....

In Australia...

 

[jakedaawg]

Well, in real life there is a 1/4" layer of yellow at the top. Then a 1/32" layer of cloudy grey. Then the bottom portion of dark old fuel. I believe the cloudy layer are "extemeophiles", little micro organisms that live in extreme environments. The yellow I believe to be detergent additives or fuel stabilizers that separated out.

 

[Tim Frank]

A lit match would probably not pose a threat....

 

[Bosunsmate]

extremophiles- my new word and term of the week, they sound great