Contaminants can have a significant impact on engine performance, whether it’s a gasoline or diesel engine. Here’s how various contaminants can affect engine performance: To mitigate the impact of contaminants on engine performance, regular maintenance is essential. This includes changing air, fuel, and oil filters at recommended intervals, using high-quality fuel and lubricants, flushing and… Read more »
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Cloudy Boat Fuel? How to Protect Your Engine and Restore Fuel Quality
We always should assume that the tank has some amount of water on the bottom. You made a trip in rough water and it has clouded the fuel during the trip. Where did I get the water? Check the fill port gasket and vents to see if that is how the water entered the tanks…. Read more »
Protect Your Stored Diesel Fuel: Prevent Contamination and Engine Damage
Protecting Stored Diesel Fuel from Contamination Diesel fuel starts to degrade and become contaminated within 28 days of storage. Typically, fuel can be stored 6–12 months, but without proper care, its quality will decline. To maximize storage life, many companies recommend: According to NFPA 110, diesel “Storage Life” is 1.5 to 2 years. Tanks should… Read more »
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