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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Tacoma Mike, Aug 16, 2019.

  1. Nov 13, 2021 at 6:09 AM
    kwanjangnihm

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    "If it ain't a longbed it ain't shit! :)
    I fired up my airboat after it sat for 8 weeks, running E85 and one of the fuel injectors was not working. I swapped it out and all was good. The mechanic stated he used Lucas in the fuel to keep the injectors lubricated and clean. Was looking for some input on a fuel additive for E85 if anyone had some experience. (yes Florida)
     
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  2. Nov 13, 2021 at 6:48 AM
    Tacoma Mike

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    E85 is a whole different ballgame.
    Myself, I would use a stabilizer, like stable 360 marine for moisture , Lucas etc, and I also would use Marvel Mystery Oil as a top cyl and injector lube. That being said I would not leave e85 sitting in tank storage.
    No no no..
    I do not know your system or tank config but if it was me a planned storage I would be draining or purging the E85 and running a purge tank quick connect assembly ( more than likely not poss.) or draining and adding a gallon or so of “e” free fuel or “e” 10 or better yet they have lead free race fuel
    you could purge the system with it. Doesn’t take much. Like 30 seconds of runtime. Even 10% up here I purge on storage with some sort of ethanol free fuel…..
     
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  3. Nov 13, 2021 at 11:41 AM
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    "If it ain't a longbed it ain't shit! :)
    Mike thanks for all the great input and I will adapt a plan to minimize the effects of E85 as suggested. I have 2 valves to drain the tank if needed. (see photo)

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  4. Nov 13, 2021 at 11:57 AM
    Tacoma Mike

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    Drain it, can it, and store it if you think you can do it safely.
    Throw a gal of eth free or similar with additives, run it, shut it off and walk away.
     
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  5. Nov 13, 2021 at 12:38 PM
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    14.2 in the city. That’s rough.
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  6. Nov 13, 2021 at 12:39 PM
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    Gotta put that work in for a spotless undercarriage.
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    Nobody tell Mike... I'm thinking about changing the muffler on my snowblower for more power. 1A336D75-D627-47B8-95F9-68919D817512.jpg :rolleyes:
     
  10. Nov 13, 2021 at 3:18 PM
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    Just add a brace and don’t put it straight up. Might want to close the ends about 30%. :burnrubber:
     
  11. Nov 14, 2021 at 1:23 AM
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    "If it ain't a longbed it ain't shit! :)
    Morning Bill and OEM'ers :hattip:
     
  12. Nov 14, 2021 at 3:24 AM
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  13. Nov 14, 2021 at 4:06 AM
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    Howdy Jeff
     
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    Never was much of a nog guy
     
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    Use to drink a quart in a day if I had it.
    Now it’s off limits. But I splash it now and then.
     
  17. Nov 14, 2021 at 4:26 AM
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    Man comes home and finds his wife packing a suitcase.

    Him: "What are you doing?"

    Her: "I'm leaving."

    Him: "But why?".

    Her: "I was watching Oprah today and found out I can get $200 a pop for what I give you free".

    He starts packing his suitcase.

    Her: "What are you doing?"

    Him: "I'm coming with you."

    Her: "Why?"

    Him: "Because I want to see you live on $400 a year."
     
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    I'll sell ya a stainless fart can instead :D
     
  19. Nov 14, 2021 at 7:44 AM
    Tacoma Mike

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    Oh Nooooooo
    Not the fart can.. :facepalm::frusty:
     
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    If you can't beat them, join them :notsure:

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