Ran too much Seafoam on an empty tank

[lilranch2001]

I only know that is seems to help my 13 year old Kawasaki engine on my eXmark run better, pretty much all I use it for
Also I use Diesel 911 and Optilube in my tractor all year long, and I do not have any fuel problems

Snake oil they all may be, but they make me sleep better at night, so it is good snake oil for me!

 

[3930dave]

To be clear, my last post should not be construed as negative - I like Seafoam.

I was just highlighting to I Toyz one of the few benefits to the public of govt legislation - us little guys can now get a quick peek into some of the component materials in products, once you know how to spin the Secret Decoder Ring...

I like Seafoam for use in gasoline on all my small engines. I'm not a big fan of drastically exceeding Mfr. dosage levels, but I can understand somebody intentionally doing that as a last ditch effort on a carb they really don't want to tear into.

I too don't think OP has a lot to worry about. Personally, I'm a fan of storing equipment with the fuel tank full - it's the best approach for my climate.

Rgds, D.

 

[Industrial Toys]

I'm no small engine expert, but in my mind it would make more sense to store something with stabalized gas then draining it. Rubber drying out and particles of whatever drying up can't be a good thing.

 

[3930dave]

I'm no small engine expert, but in my mind it would make more sense to store something with stabalized gas then draining it. Rubber drying out and particles of whatever drying up can't be a good thing.

Roger that Industrial Toys - I'm always going on about stabilizing lousy fuel in other threads... thanks for adding that qualifier.

Some guys have luck running equipment dry of fuel - I used to be able to do that here, but IMO, fuel formulation here has changed, so I shifted to the treated/completely full tank approach - so far, it's been working well for me.

The other issue here is condensation. In this climate, condensation inside equipment is a big problem. Unless you can afford to store your equipment in a near-perfect vacuum (I think even Mr. Leno would balk at the price of that garage :shocked: ) , I believe that having the fuel system and tank full of good quality treated fuel is the best way to fight internal condensation.

Not preaching on this..... as regional variations in fuel formulation and local climate are both important variables... what is necessary here for small engine health (condensation wise) likely doesn't apply in Phoenix.

Rgds, D.

 

[lilranch2001]

The best think I have found is to buy non alcohol gas and treat it, then I have found I do not even need to keep it completely full all winter long.
The motors sure seem to appreciate it!