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I have a 1999 185 Bowrider with...

Sambo
Guest Contributor

I have a 1999 185 Bowrider with a 4.3L Alpha 1 Mercruiser.  We don't take it out very often.  If non-ethanol gas is available, would it be a better choice?  Thanks

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wingless
Rising Contributor
Welcome to the forum.

Yes, 100% use ethanol free gasoline, unless the boat is a commercial daily usage boat.

The ethanol gasoline WILL separate and leave an expensive disaster to fix if the boat is left to sit.

My boat has always used ethanol free (premium only option in my location) and has NEVER had issues w/ separation, even when left to sit.