It eliminates the need to drain the fuel tank before storage and keeps fuel fresh for up to 24 months.

Designed for use with all diesel engines, and all diesel fuels, STA-BIL Diesel Fuel Stabilizer prevents sludge and sediment formation, cleans and lubricates fuel injectors to improve performance and helps remove water that microbes and algae require for growth. It is safe to use and recommended for use at every fill up, with the 32oz (946ml) bottle treating up to 320 gallons (1,200 Litres) of fuel. Treating gasoline with fuel stabilizers will keep the fuel fresh for up to 2 years and is effective in all gas types (but not diesel) including Ethanol-blended varieties up to E-85 to help prevent ethanol-related fuel issues. While you can find a lot of products out there that will have additional features like octane boosting or fuel injector cleaning, all fuel stabilizers share three traits. To best understand how these formulas work, all you have to know are these three protective fuel stabilizer characteristics. 1. Evaporation Prevention It’s very important not to use diesel fuel stabilizers in gasoline fuel systems. Diesel ignites at much higher temperatures than gasoline and so do its appropriate additives. The fuel stabilizer won’t ignite in a gasoline engine, but it could create quite a bit of smoke and also can damage the motor.

Find out why this special liquid is so important for trouble-free operation of engines stored for more than a few months.

Yes, depending on the product. Always follow the directions on the fuel stabilizer bottle. Otherwise, you could dilute the fuel too much and cause detonation issues in the engine. Q: How long does fuel stabilizer last in fuel? The performance of the vehicle, or other gasoline-using equipment, relies heavily on the fuel injecting system. If you’re experienced with car fluids and regular maintenance, you have probably heard of fuel injector cleaners before. It also removes water from the petrol tank and cleans carburettors and fuel injectors. STA-BIL Storage protects against all the dangers of ethanol and E10 petrol (it in fact protects against ethanol blends up to E85). Depending on the quality, type and source of the petrol, as well as storage conditions, doubling the dosage rate of STA-BIL brand could prolong this storage time to up to 2 years. However, any fuel stored for more than 12 months will tend to lose volatility (ignitability), which could lead to hard starting or no start conditions after this long storage period. NO additive, STA-BIL brand included, will prevent volatility loss in fuel. To reduce fuel volatility loss during storage, we recommend filling your tank at least 95% full with fresh fuel and STA-BIL brand, and store in cool conditions away from direct sunlight if possible.

Both products are great and if used as directed by the manufacturer will help keep your fuel and equipment in good shape when it’s not being used for a long time.This fuel additive’s main purpose is to keep your fuel system clean and corrosion-free, year-round at every fill up. Some users report that the formula may be too volatile for the smallest of engines, which you can avoid by applying less stabilizer formula Of course, the other big difference is that it can be used for diesel fuel engines and gasoline fuel engines as well as motor oil. It really is a great all-rounder and can help prevent the evaporation of diesel fuel. Most folks store gasoline for their power equipment in 2.5- and 5-gallon fuel jugs, and measuring a quarter of an ounce for a 1:10 ratio is a pain. Since no one wants to spend time measuring smelly, fuel-based chemicals, STA-BIL’s 360 Protection Ethanol Treatment comes in a 4-ounce bottle that will treat 5 gallons of gasoline, making it ideal for gas jugs and small tanks.