Z71
Gold Member
Using too rich an oil mix will lead to engine deposits and shorter engine life.
That's all I use in my small engines and backhoe. Since I started using the ethanol free stuff I have way fewer fuel related problems in my small engines. In fact, the only problem I have had in years is the Stihl chainsaw. I was surprised it started having trouble idling. I wonder if the problem was from using some store brand 2-stroke oil. I always use the good stuff but I used some of my son's gas mix and I suspect he used the cheapest stuff he could find because he is even cheaper than me.Maybe it's already been mentioned above but using ethanol free fuel will help as well. It's harder to find, but much easier on carbureted engines and reduces the need for things like Seafoam.
It must be more than Stoddard solvent and mineral spirits because of its high viscosity. It is kind of expensive but for how fast it worked in my saw and how much trouble it saved me it was worth it to me. In any case I am very happy with it.Seafom is basically Stoddard solvent and mineral spirts and it is a good solvent., but a tad over priced.
I'll use non-E gas for mix when I have it, but if I don't no big deal. I have a couple things that seem to run better on non-E but most equipment doesn't seem to care.I've used ethanoled gas in my chainsaw since it became available, never had a problem with it in the saw. I live in a very humid marine climate that doesn't get very cold in the winter, so that might affect how the gas acts in the saw.