Exactly.
Ethanol draws in moisture. The alcohol Kills the rubber parts in almost all carburetors since only the very newest ones are starting to fight this mess.
The water absorption rusts carburetor internals.
Very few carbs are metal needle with Brass Seat. almost all have rubber on one or the other.
Stihl chainsaws will not warranty a saw if they suspect Ethanol gas.
Manufacturers are popping up "Real Gas" "True gas" for a reason.
anyone with an older car ( pre 90's) ask them about their troubles with a car that sits more than 6 months since ethanol has entered the picture.
People used to let their engines sit and end up with Varnish in the carb, now it's rust, gooy gas lines and and none seating issues. I have 5 fairly new chainsaws, 3 fairly new snow blowers and an old Cub cadet because people tossed them out after they wouldn't run. Finds like that used to be far and few between. compared to pre ethanol days, ask any mechanic and see what a tabockle this gas is. It's Great for the small engine repair guy and the guy that sells rebuild kits. What it does for me is make a ritual of starting up the antique cars more often than ever before
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