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ethanol damages engine?

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max

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I read an article a short while back that ethanol in some of the gas we use can damage the motor, injectors , plastic and fiber glass fuel tanks and several other things relating to the motor. Yesterday, I got myself caught in a bind and had to use fuel from a pump that stated the fuel could contain up to 10% ethanol. Although the sticker was next to the lowest octane button, I assume it was relating to all 3 octane choices. I have also come across an ad for an additive to put in the tank that removes all these risks.
So my question is-- is this true and should I avoid using the 10% ethanol fuel ? Should I drain the remaining fuel from the tank ? If I use one of the additives available to combat these problems, will my V7C engine be ok? I did read one short article that seemed to be pointed more at the true classics themselves, such as older BSA and Triumphs . Sure would appreciate any input on this subject. As always, thanks for any help you can come up with. Max
 
Run the fuel available. By the time any damage occurs (if any), the beastie will probably be worn out. The same kind of fears and snake oil cures came around when lead was removed from fuel.
 
I think I recall reading in my Stelvio owner's manual that Moto Guzzi says not to use fuel that exceeds 10% ethanol. All of our gas in Canada has 10% ethanol content, and I have not noticed any problems so far. I'm sure we would be better off without any ethanol at all, but it seems that modern motors can handle it.

Bruce
 
Just make sure that your gas filter, lines and connectors can take it. Some of them seem to kinda let go....
 
Don't worry, all modern engines are fully capable of running on 10% ethanol fuels. In the nordic countries we have something called E-85, this contains 15% alcohol and I have run all kinds of engines on this and I have no worries!
 
Guzzistaracing said:
Don't worry, all modern engines are fully capable of running on 10% ethanol fuels. In the nordic countries we have something called E-85, this contains 15% alcohol and I have run all kinds of engines on this and I have no worries!
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Hmm.
E-85 contains 85% ethanol and 15% of gasoline.
Still doesn't hurt.
My son used to mix 50/50 E-85 and regular gas in his Peugeot 206 GTI. Worked well, and didn't give noticable lower milage either. Just cheaper to run.

Maybe there's an exception for pre 19-something cars, which need new ethanol-resistant hoses. Like old Volvo 144's.. :lol:

I'm suspecting these recurring ethanil-threads are nothing but a modern myth. Or maybe a resultant of running on poor quality gasoline. Haven't ever heard of the problem on this side of the pond.
 
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