thehorse 221 #1 Posted June 3, 2013 I'm looking for recommendations for storing a tractor that is only going to be run once a month or so. Should I drain fuel? Any suggestions? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chevyaddict83 39 #2 Posted June 3, 2013 You can store it at my place, so we don't have to worry about an inactive horse! Sent from my 416-8 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thehorse 221 #3 Posted June 3, 2013 Now that's funny but not what I had in mind! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DoctorHfuhruhurr 137 #4 Posted June 3, 2013 I just add fuel saver to mine and it sits that long and sometimes longer without an issue. Occasionally I add some Seafoam to the gas also. Maybe add a trickle charger to the battery if it's not newer. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseWhisperer 243 #5 Posted June 3, 2013 Don't fall for any gas additive gimmicks.Seafoam is all you need.It's been around over 60 years and after all my experiments it's the only available to the public stuff that works.It does break down carbon build up so your old one lunger is gonna cough for the next twenty starts but it's gonna start.High octane petrol and seafoam,that's the ticket! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
leeave96 490 #6 Posted June 4, 2013 My vote is to put some non-ethanol gas in it with some type of staybil and run it dry when you are finished. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseWhisperer 243 #8 Posted June 4, 2013 We here in NY can't get non ethanol petrol.Running them dry with ethanol gas is suicide though,it leaves just a tiny bit in the bowl and a little crap gas goes hard quicker than a bowl full.I have tried so many different ways in the last four years.Let me tell us,sta bil is like waving a magic wand over the tractor,lemme know how good ya are at magic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
papaglide 542 #9 Posted June 4, 2013 We have 91 octane, non ethanol gas up here in Newfane, NY which is about 25 miles east of Niagara Falls. It even smells good! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thehorse 221 #10 Posted June 4, 2013 How much sea foam per tank? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ericj 1,579 #11 Posted June 4, 2013 hi test gas 92 octane and sta-bil stabilizer and knock on wood i don't have hardly any problems like i here guys talk about at the shows eric j Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tonyp 285 #12 Posted June 4, 2013 A month is not a long time....6 months to a year is a long time..Many of us use our machines 4 times a month, maybe 5 or 6...typical Add fuel additive to your GAS can..probably 2 oz's per 5 or 6 gallons...maybe shut the gas off on the tractor and let it run out of gas...other than that park it and come back in a month ! If you are up for it..start it every two weeks or so while you are doing some other chores...that would be for peace of mind.... pull it out into the driveway, get a lawn chair and a beer and watch it ! Better than TV ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
squonk 43,869 #13 Posted June 4, 2013 Lowes sells non ethanol 4 cycle fuel in qts that is 92 octane and has a shelf life of 2 years. If it's a parade tractor and not used much that's not a bad way to go. Has all the good stuff in it. I use the same stuff only 94 octane from my ope dealer in both 4 and 2 cycle versions. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseWhisperer 243 #14 Posted June 5, 2013 How much sea foam per tank? I'm on the road right now and caint read my can but I believe it's an oz per gallon.If you run 93 octane and seafoam as directed at 10%ethanol like here in upstate NY you'll get two full years of storage.That excludes storage in a metal or small wood shed without a vent-the air temperature variances in mentioned kill gasoline quick.Stabil cool air maintains petrol the longest. . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JackC 617 #15 Posted June 5, 2013 We have 91 octane, non ethanol gas up here in Newfane, NY which is about 25 miles east of Niagara Falls. It even smells good! Same in Fulton County NY in the Amsterdam and Broadalbin area at the Fastrac stations. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Forest Road 594 #16 Posted June 5, 2013 I'm in a similar situation. My horses are at the vacation house. They could easily sit for 6 months untouched. I installed inline fuel shutoffs on both tractors. I turn it off and let them run dry. I also installed boat primers for faster starting. I use startron for the ethanol. It's been used in marine applications for years. I also make it a point not to fill the tank before I leaving. If I ever need to drain the tanks I wouldn't want to drain a full one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevasaurus 23,285 #17 Posted June 5, 2013 This whole thread has been about gas, but a trickle charger was mentioned above. Better then a trickle charger is what is called a "Float Charger". The difference is a trickle charger can over charge a battery...a float charger maintains the charge. Chicago Electronic Power Tools makes them...model 37137...and I have them on all my horses. I have gotten at least another 2 years out of a four year battery so far...still waiting to see how long they will last. If I had a horse set for about a week without it, I would have to put a 10 amp charger on for about 15 minutes to start the horse...with the float charger...I just hop on and go...even this last winter. SEAFOAM AND FLOAT CHARGERS...EXCELLENT. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hodge71 665 #18 Posted June 6, 2013 This whole thread has been about gas, but a trickle charger was mentioned above. Better then a trickle charger is what is called a "Float Charger". The difference is a trickle charger can over charge a battery...a float charger maintains the charge. Chicago Electronic Power Tools makes them...model 37137...and I have them on all my horses. I have gotten at least another 2 years out of a four year battery so far...still waiting to see how long they will last. If I had a horse set for about a week without it, I would have to put a 10 amp charger on for about 15 minutes to start the horse...with the float charger...I just hop on and go...even this last winter. SEAFOAM AND FLOAT CHARGERS...EXCELLENT. What a great recommendation Steve! I never knew there was a difference. Thanks for the clarity!!! I have trickle chargers on the bike and boat in the winter I now see I need a floater instead to make sure my batteries last 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamesBe1 84 #19 Posted June 7, 2013 Wow, lots of recommendations. I think I'll throw my 2c in. Trickle charger and a splash of sea foam. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HorseWhisperer 243 #20 Posted June 7, 2013 Wow, lots of recommendations. I think I'll throw my 2c in. Trickle charger and a splash of sea foam. It's that simple. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baerpath 517 #21 Posted June 7, 2013 Just started the show horse yesterday, Haven't moved them since unloading them after the show. Used the jump pack and rolled the KT19 over twice and it was running. 104 octane Citco racing fuel is all we put in them Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JamesBe1 84 #22 Posted June 8, 2013 Just started the show horse yesterday, Haven't moved them since unloading them after the show. Used the jump pack and rolled the KT19 over twice and it was running. 104 octane Citco racing fuel is all we put in them Baerpath, Is there really any benefit to using high octane gas in a tractor? Kinda curious about that. I thought the only meaningful difference between high octane and regular was that it burns slower. I'd luv to know if you perceive any performance gains. Thanx, j Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jeff-C175 7,206 #23 Posted June 8, 2013 If you've got a small airport nearby I believe the AV GAS is ethanol free... but ask to be certain. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
baerpath 517 #24 Posted June 8, 2013 Just started the show horse yesterday, Haven't moved them since unloading them after the show. Used the jump pack and rolled the KT19 over twice and it was running. 104 octane Citco racing fuel is all we put in them Baerpath, Is there really any benefit to using high octane gas in a tractor? Kinda curious about that. I thought the only meaningful difference between high octane and regular was that it burns slower. I'd luv to know if you perceive any performance gains. Thanx, j Kind of a waste in a stock engine But I have it for my pullers anyway. For the stock engines it's more peace of mind. Knowing the gas is good instead of using additives. At 7-8000 rpm ya it makes a huge differance In the 4500 ones not so much but it does make some differance Duane Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Retired Wrencher 5,812 #25 Posted June 8, 2013 I use this all the time it stores fuel for 2 years. Plus it takes care of the whole fuel system. Great stuff I use it on all my power equipment. Gary B……………… Clic on picture to make larger. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
