JACK asked 9 years ago
I HAVE A FOR RANCHERO THAT WAS SITTING IN A GARAGE IN THE DESERT FOR 4 YEARS. I PLAN TO DRAIN THE OLD GAS, ADD A BERRYMAN PRODUCT AND FILL THE TANK WITH FRESH HIGH GRADE DETERGENT GAS (LIKE MOBIL PREMIUM) LET IT SET FOR A WEEK AND DRAIN THE ENTIRE SYSTEM THROUGH THE FUEL LINE (ALL 20 GALLONS) I WILL USE THIS DRAINED FUEL IN MY FARM TRACTOR. WHEN READY TO START THE CAR I WILL JUST RUN FRESH GAS. THE CARB HAS BEEN ULTRASONIC CLEANED AND REBUILT SPOTLESS. WHAT AM I MISSING IN THIS PROCEDURE?
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chemtooler Staff answered 9 years ago
The more strong solvent you can introduce into the system, the better off you’ll be. Since you’re going to use the mixed gas in your tractor (as opposed to on the road), you can exceed the regular maximum recommended concentration of 1 oz/gal. Rather than using a can (or multiple cans) of the 15-oz B-12 Chemtool product (part #0116), you might consider purchasing a gallon (part #0101) instead.
After that, the only caveats to using this gas mix in the tractor pertain to the fuel line, carburetor(s), and combustion chambers. First, ensure the fuel line is a modern, high-quality material that is compatible with E10 gasoline. Second, the gas mix will have a fair amount of content that will not burn cleanly. This can gum up the carburetor(s) and cause excessive combustion chamber deposits. Consider adding Berryman B-12 Chemtool Total Fuel System Clean-Up (part #2616) to the mixed gas at 1 oz/gal and then again to the tank of gas you use immediately afterwards. Good luck!
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