Mystery non ethanol or Top Tier ethanol gas

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I've searched for this on several forums, and my situation is rather specific, so I figured I would get your opinions.

I have near me several gas stations (Pure, American) that sell 93 non ethanol. But for some reason all non ethanol stations seem to be old and run down, which makes me question contaminants and fuel quality. Especially since I have to run 93 since I'm supercharged. My issue is that I never drive my truck, probably once every two weeks for less than 30 miles. I bought the truck in early 2015 and have 2000 miles on the odometer. I usually get gas from a new (less than 5 years old) shell station by my house but have been a bit hesitant because of how long gas sits in my truck. I know ethanol is bad due to water separation over time, and I only get gas once a month and that's only for a top off. I don't let gas in my truck get below 3/4 tank.

So what would you do if you were me? I do have a marathon gas station close to me that sells REC90 (90 octane non ethanol) that I use in my generator. Being that people on the west coast run 91 octane in vehicles that need premium maybe this would be the best bet? So please vote according to what you would think would be best for my situation, not what you run in your vehicles.

If you've had any issues that pertain to my situation, such as issues with ethanol sitting in a vehicle for long durations or getting gas from old/neglected stations please post about it.

Thanks

 

Honestly, it makes no difference whatsoever.

 

Have you seen some of the shithole countries Toyota sells cars in? Our most run down stations will be better than most 3rd world stations.

Save the rec fuel for the carbed toys and tools. Your truck is not sitting long enough to worry about it.

 

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Yep. Completely flawed poll. Irrelevant option one vs irrelevant option two vs irrelevant option three. We don't exactly need to call the Myth Busters here.

 

I'm thinking irrelevant may not be the correct word you're looking for. As all three are relevant to gas I can put in my truck.

As to whether or not you think it matters, which apparently you don't, is duly noted. I ask because there is a reason non ethanol gas is recommended in small engines. Mostly due to small jets in the carburetor getting clogged from gas sitting for too long. My question is to whether or not gas sitting in my truck with ethanol in it could harm it in the long term by clogging or separating. This would justify using non ethanol. It seems most say no at this point, which helps me to make my decision.

 

You didn't ask about small Briggs and Stratton engines or old outboard engines or fiberglass fuel tanks. As far as our Tacos go the correct answer is option D "none of the above".

 

What is this Shell fuel of which you speak? Shell pulled out of Wayne county, Ohio decades ago.

I would use 93 octane ethanol free, as you have a supercharger.

Marathon 90 octane ethanol free recreational fuel is available here. Some people use it for their lawn mowers and 2 cycle engines. It is expensive.

Since you drive so little, you might want to add Sta-Bil to your gasoline. I use it for my lawn mower and tractor fuel (89 octane with ethanol, same as my truck fuel).

 

Doh! Supercharged. Retracted, I have no idea.

 

I was trying to figure out if the same reasons small motors don't like ethanol could effect my truck, since I drive it about the same as small engines are ran.

Added an option on the poll for you.

 

Ethanol gas in small engines does effect gaskets and seals. Newer vehicles are built knowing that ethanol mixed fuel will be used. However, being SC and not driven often, ethanol free supreme would probably be good but standard supreme will work.
The issue with water isn't as bad in newer vehicles mainly because the tanks don't rot out like the older steel tanks, especially those for carbed vehicles with the feed line being in a recess at the bottom of the tank where contaminates migrate to when they settle at the bottom.