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Old 07-15-2008, 07:02 AM
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Originally Posted by kingzing View Post
So I am assuming that there is no liner in the tank as well, correct?
There is no liner. Most of the problems with E-10 fuel can be fixed with a good 10 micron fuel filter. That will keep the water and junk out of your engine. The problem with fuel tanks breaking down is due mainly to older boats (prior to 1986, I believe) having fiberglass fuel tanks. The E10 breaks down the resin in the fiberglass tank and will lead to tank failure. The E10 also acts like a solvent so any kind of build up in your tank will be disolved and run into the engine. Again, a good filter will handle it before it gets to the engine.

If you don't have a 10 micron filter installed, do it now. Do not rely on the small in-line filter on your engine. It won't protect you. For less than a full tank of gas you can have the peace of mind knowing your engine won't cut out on you just when you need it most.

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