Maritimer Posted October 13, 2008 #1 Posted October 13, 2008 I am not sure if see foam is or can be used as a gas stabilizer. If it can then I guess that would be the "Thing" to use when winterizing my scoot. If not, I would think any stabilizer from Canadian Tire would work right?
cecdoo Posted October 13, 2008 #2 Posted October 13, 2008 Seafoam can be used as a stabilizer, pretty sure its on the can. Craig
stardbog Posted October 13, 2008 #3 Posted October 13, 2008 That's Only Thing I Use in my bikes over winter. Dont forget to run engine once a week just to keep blood running.
BradT Posted October 13, 2008 #4 Posted October 13, 2008 IF you go to Crappy Tire pick up Stebel I think it is better than the others. IT is a little more but worth it. Yes Seafoam is a stabilizer. Hey Dan I take the other approach remove the battery and let it sit all winter without firing it up. I normally Drain the carbs as well. If you start it make sure you run it long enough to get everything hot so condensation does not build up in the pipes. Brad
friesman Posted October 13, 2008 #5 Posted October 13, 2008 Heres a seafoam video, explaining how to use seafoam in many ways, one use is as a stabilizer, [ame=http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=6187290865726229173]Sea Foam Usage Video[/ame] Brian
stardbog Posted October 13, 2008 #6 Posted October 13, 2008 IF you go to Crappy Tire pick up Stebel I think it is better than the others. IT is a little more but worth it. Yes Seafoam is a stabilizer. Hey Dan I take the other approach remove the battery and let it sit all winter without firing it up. I normally Drain the carbs as well. If you start it make sure you run it long enough to get everything hot so condensation does not build up in the pipes. Brad Brad I Usualy keep Battery on bike all winter long. time to time i use battery tender just to keep battery fully charged. And if is sunny and no IceI'm out riding. heated clothing does a job.
mp66226 Posted October 14, 2008 #7 Posted October 14, 2008 I've used both Seafoam and the other stabilizer product for a number of years, primarily when winterizing my boat. I had better luck keeping water out with Seafoam. When using the other product, always had to put a can of HEET in the first tank of the year or the boat wouldn't run under load, coughed, sputtered died, etc. When using Seafoam, never had the problem. I bought my first bike after I sold the boat so have always used Seafoam in them.
cimmer Posted October 14, 2008 #8 Posted October 14, 2008 I have been using Seafoam in my engines for over 10 years and dont think I will use anything else. Most will start on the first pull of the season after I change the oil. I use it in the motorcycle all the time and in my personal car, which is driven very little, and have experienced no gas related problems to any of them. Seems like a product that does what it says it will and then some. Just my opinion... Rick F.
ColoNavy Posted October 14, 2008 #9 Posted October 14, 2008 I use both Sea Foam and StaBil. The other thing I have learned is to keep the gas tank FULL during storage. A full gas tank keeps condensation to a minimum. Sea Foam does a great job of keeping varnish our of the carbs.
Maritimer Posted October 14, 2008 Author #10 Posted October 14, 2008 Thanks for all the replies guys. One more question on SeaFoam...... ~ The can says it will treat 30 to 50 L...should I use a full can still or better to use a 1/2 can?
N3FOL Posted October 14, 2008 #11 Posted October 14, 2008 I like SeaFoam and it is widely accepted by the motorcycle community. I've used it several times on my previous bike and on my tractor and snow blower. Just remember to read the label and make sure that you are putting the right amount with the number of gallons you have.
BradT Posted October 15, 2008 #12 Posted October 15, 2008 ~ The can says it will treat 30 to 50 L...should I use a full can still or better to use a 1/2 can? I was told for a stabilizer and clean 1 oz per gallon, and to really clean use 2oz per gallon. I use a half can for the bike tank, a lot of others use a full can, per tank. Brad
Maritimer Posted October 15, 2008 Author #13 Posted October 15, 2008 Thanks guys. I guess I did it right I used a half can in the scoot. I will use the second half when I put it up on blocks (any day now). Still pretty nice weather for now so I am keeping it out as long as I can.
rumboogy Posted December 12, 2009 #14 Posted December 12, 2009 My dealer (actually the shop boss) said for me to be sure and use Stabil about once a month to keep the carbs clean... First, I prefer SeaFoam, and secondly does that seem too often to be using a gas treatment or do some of you use it that often. Thanks. Wally
gscbertrand Posted December 12, 2009 #15 Posted December 12, 2009 :2cents:I can testify the long life of this product. My gas in the bike is 2 years or 3 riding seasons old and the bike still starts and idles as if the fuel was new.
N3FOL Posted December 12, 2009 #16 Posted December 12, 2009 My dealer (actually the shop boss) said for me to be sure and use Stabil about once a month to keep the carbs clean... First, I prefer SeaFoam, and secondly does that seem too often to be using a gas treatment or do some of you use it that often. Thanks. Wally It is really a personal preference. I have a co-worker who has been using Stabil for a number of years and stated that he never had any problems with his bike and small engines using Stabil as a fuel stabilizer. IMO, it probably will not hurt to use Seafoam as often as you want. It will simply cost you more for a can of Seafoam is just under $10.00 dollars.
Renne Posted December 13, 2009 #17 Posted December 13, 2009 I use Schaeffer's #131 Neutra............(Much cheaper)! Renne
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