Here in North Carolina we have enjoyed a very mild fall and winter. While just a few short days away from Christmas we are expecting 70 degree weather in the coming days.
Guess we will be crossing a 'White Christmas' off the list this year.
BUT the night temps dip pretty low and so it is important to winterize your tools - more specifically your mowers, edgers and weed eaters. These are high dollar investments so it is always a good idea to take good care of them. One way to do this is ensure that the motors are not troubled by old gas. Most of us will not be mowing the lawn during the winter months but will still have fuel in the tanks of our mowers and other tools.
The gas when left in the tanks can really gunk up your engine and it is a good idea to drain the remainder OR use a fuel stabilizer that helps to keep gas "fresh".
I like to use STA-BIL.
Just squeeze the bottle until the spout fills to the corret amount. The manufacturers advise one ounce to every 21/2 gallons of fuel.
They have very clear directions on the back so you don't put too much or too little in your engine.
A VERY simple & quick way of protecting your investment so you'll be prepared for the season of mowing just around the corner.
Point to remember - if you have a lawn mower with double tanks make certain that you cross the fuel lines.
Until next time!
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