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Re: Shelf (Jerrycan) Life of ULP?

Tue, 24 August 2004 01:31

Norbie wrote on Tue, 24 August 2004 07:48

fade-e wrote on Mon, 23 August 2004 20:56

petrol has no real shelf life

Petrol most certainly does have a shelf life; the longer you leave it the more it deteriorates. Some of the components of petrol are extremely volatile, notably some of the agents used to raise the octane in high-octane fuels.

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If you're not sure of the answer, don't just make shit up. Some poor sucker is going to read what you've written and believe it!
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For the purpose of 10 litres spare in the boot to get you out of trouble, then I wouldnt be to concerned about leaving it for a long time. I wont be as good, but will get you out of trouble.

For the purpose of performance, then if will DEFFINATLEY have some effect on the fuel over time.

I know its beside the point but FYI when adding oil to petrol (sythetic or otherwise) it rapidly reduces the life of the fuel, ever tried to start a lawnmower with fuel from 2 years ago in it? very hard to start and has no power. For that you can buy an additive for when you know your fuel will be sitting for a long time, STA-BIL is one type and keeps it "fresh" apparently

dan.

[Updated on: Tue, 24 August 2004 01:32]

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