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Subject:Re: storage!
From:BILL
Date:Wed, 5 Jan 2000 11:35:02 -0700

I agree with Stuart, however I fill my tank to help stop the internal tank
rust.

Bill                     "I'd Rather Be Hiking The
'82 CA Westy [FreeBird]       Greater Yellowstone"
"Famous Potatoes"

> -----Original Message-----
>
> Jon,
>
> You should also add some gas stabilizer to the tank in the proportions
> listed on the product.  Gas will form varnish over time, and the higher
> volatility components will evaporate as well.  Before storing it is best
> to leave one or two gallons of stabilized gas in the tank, and then fill
> up in the spring when you drive it again.
>
> Also, starting and warming it up once a month is a good practice, it
> keeps the oil on the bearings and cylinder walls.
> --
> Stuart MacMillan
> Manager, Case Program
> 800-909-8244 ext 208