Saturday, April 7, 2007

The Outboard Expert Tackles Ethanol

Ethanol could be wreaking havoc on the internal components of your outboard engine. Derived mainly from corn, this grain alcohol fuel additive oxygenates gasoline and reduces emissions. But what's good for the environment isn't always so good for your outboard engine. Ethanol also works as a solvent, meaning it can dissolve the accumulated junk in your fuel system, which can end up back in your engine. And that's where the trouble begins. But there are ways to battle the effects of ethanol-enhanced gasoline, including the use of water-separting fuel filters and fuel stabilizers. Check out the full story in "The Outboard Expert: Ethanol Issues," by Charles Plueddeman on boats.com