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Old 04-30-2008, 06:56 AM   #20
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Originally Posted by Orion View Post
Boaters with newer boats should not be complacent about use of ethanol. Ethanol has an affinity for water and absorbs water from humid air (i.e. like the air around any body of water!). It then settles out of the gas mixture and creates a layer which can damage the engine. Stabilizer will not prevent this. Sad that this ethanol folly continues to be supported by the politicians and corn growers.
Most boats have a water separator.My PWC does.I'd be more concerned about the type of fuel tank if it is made of fiberglass.
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