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hey everyone have you ever wondered what
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happens when gasoline goes bad today I'm
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here to break it down for you trust me
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you don't want to make this costly
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mistake first off gasoline doesn't last
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forever if left unused for too long it
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starts to degrade but how exactly does
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that happen and what are the warning
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signs let's dive in gasoline is a
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refined product that begins to degrade
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when exposed to oxygen moisture and
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temperature changes over time the
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lighter components of the fuel evaporate
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leaving behind a thicker less
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combustible liquid typically gasoline
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can lose its Effectiveness after 3 to 6
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months especially if it's stored
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improperly so what are the signs of bad
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gasoline here's what to look out for
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strange odor fresh gasoline has a strong
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sharp smell when it goes bad it often
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smells sour or varnish-like color
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changes gasoline starts out clear or
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light Amber but turns darker as it
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degrades poor engine performance bad gas
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can cause engine misfires difficulty
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starting stalling or reduced fuel
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efficiency why is this a problem you ask
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using stale gasoline can clog fuel lines
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damage injectors and harm your engine's
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internal parts it may also leave behind
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gum and varnish deposits that corrode
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essential components in severe cases
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repairing the damage can be very costly
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so how can you prevent gasoline from
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going bad here are some tips use a fuel
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stabilizer if you plan to store gasoline
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for more than a few months add a
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stabilizer to slow the degradation
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process Proper Storage stor pour
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gasoline in a tightly sealed approved
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container in a cool dry Place rotate
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your supply don't let fuel sit unused
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for too long use it and refill as needed
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to keep it fresh now what if you suspect
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your gasoline has already gone bad if
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you think your vehicle has bad gas don't
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keep running it drain the fuel tank and
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replace the gasoline if the problem
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persists you may need to clean the fuel
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system or replace filters in conclusion
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bad gasoline can lead to expensive
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repairs and major headaches by
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understanding how gasoline degrades and
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taking preventive steps you can protect
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your vehicle and avoid unnecessary costs
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don't let old fuel ruin your engine act
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before it's too late that's all for
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today thanks for watching and if you
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