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\"Winter<\/a><\/p>\n

Gas powered items that you use in the spring, summer and fall months are usually among some of the higher priced equipment that you own. Whether it’s a lawnmower, a car, a boat, an RV, or any other gas powered item, you’ll want to keep your things safe and dry throughout the winter months.<\/p>\n

Winters can be long, cold and snowy (depending on where you live), so it’s important to make sure you’re ready for it when it comes. Preparing for winter can be a long, stressful process with all of the different preparations you will need to take, but it is very much worth doing right the first time so you’re not paying for it in the future, especially with these higher priced items. Here are tips on how to properly prep your items for storage:<\/p>\n

Gasoline Guidelines<\/h3>\n

As a general guideline, gas shouldn\u2019t sit in a gas can or gas tank for more than about three months. After that, the ethanol starts to break down, releasing water into the gasoline, and the fuel loses its ability to combust. You have the option to use a stabilizer. Stabilizers help to stop gas from chemically breaking down while it is being stored over a long period of time. Make sure you fill the tank up with fuel first, then add a dose of stabilizer. Filling up the tank will help reduce room for condensation in the tank.<\/p>\n

For a Lawnmower<\/h3>\n

\"Winter<\/p>\n