Why pour alcohol in the gas tank? The alcohol in the gas tank to remove water of condensation

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Almost every more or less experienced the driver heard about the practice of using alcohol as a cleaner of the tank from the water. Given the fact that the winter cold will come very soon, excess fluid from the tank to remove just necessary, because it can cause some problems (talk about them below). Someone believes that it is possible to pour alcohol in the gas tank that will effectively remove the water, but there are opposing views. However, the market is now selling different moisture displacers, but their price is quite high (the usual branded tube can cost 400 rubles and more). Therefore, many drivers prefer to mix the alcohol and gasoline, which will cost only 20-30 rubles. Let's try to understand what this practice is and whether it is dangerous to use it.

the alcohol in the petrol tank

Why pour alcohol in the gas tank?

There are different reasons why water may get into the tank. Given the fact that its density is higher than the density of fuel, it settles to the bottom of the tank. The fuel pump draws fuel from almost the bottom, so some water may be captured together with gasoline. It is bad for the efficiency of the power system and engine. Possible this better to prevent.

In the Winter the lower layer of water in the tank actually can freeze, and the ice will block the path for admission of petrol. As a result, the car won't even start. And if the car is taken from a cold, imported in a warm garage and then it successfully starts (the ice melts), it indicates the presence of water in the tank. In this case, you can try to pour the alcohol into the gas tank to remove excess moisture.

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How did the water get there?

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There are different ways of formation water in the tank. At least three can be distinguished:

  1. Condensate. Five years in the tank can be formed about 100-200 ml of water. Is negligible.
  2. Precipitation. When there is a gas station under snow or rain, the water can enter the tank in small amounts. The average for a few years, about 100 ml of water is coming up.
  3. Gasoline. In the fuel that is in underground storage, also can be water. This suggests either the presence of condensate, or about dishonest sellers. Even when you purchase gasoline 95, the price is usually higher, there is no guarantee that it will not condensate.

Taking into account all sources of moisture, then 3-4 years at the bottom may be formed 100-200 ml of water, which is desirable for there to withdraw.

What is the danger of moisture in the tank?

A raw metal fuel tanks may rust from just water. However, most often the danger lies in freezing water at subzero temperatures. Now almost all modern cars the fuel pump is mounted directly in the tank. It has a fine mesh that prevents the flow of debris into the fuel system. It does not pass anything except gas. It is on this grid, accumulates moisture, and in winter it turns to ice, plugging thus the passage for the fuel. Because of this, the fuel pump may even fail due to overheating.

So many masters recommend at least once a year to pour the alcohol in the gas tank. The removal of the condensation water in such a way – this is a very common practice.

why pour alcohol in the gas tank

What is casting?

Excellent moisture alcohols. Nice shows the usual ethyl alcohol, you can also use isopropyl or methyl (toxic). To add to the tank need a little – about 200 ml per 40 liters of gasoline.

The Density of alcohol is higher than the density of fuel, so when you add alcohol suitable to the bottom and mixed with water. If very roughly to say, it is formed by mixing the vodka (if it is to fill it with ethyl alcohol). However, because of the ban it is not sold in pharmacies, and find it difficult. However, the isopropyl you can find at farmers markets or in radios.

You can Also use solvent or acetone. Of course, it is best to add alcohol to gasoline. Water removal is more efficient to carry out, but these drugs will also cope. The solvent in this regard is slightly worse, because its octane number is in the area of 60-70, and that of acetone is about 100.

Pour them into the tank also need a small amount – about 250-300 ml per 40 liters of fuel. And pouring them immediately after refueling.

mix the alcohol and gasoline

What happens if petrol add alcohol or acetone?

Given the fact that alcohol or acetone does not mix with gasoline, there are questions about the effectiveness of this method of removing moisture from the tank. In fact, the task of the alcohol is mixed with gasoline. Alcohol or acetone when mixed with water forms a combustible mixture, which can pass freely through the fuel pump filter and combust in the combustion chamber.

As a result of excess moisture or water be removed from the fuel tank, and the water with acetone with a very small amount will not cause any significant harm to the fuel system or the engine. Therefore, acetone is not necessarily to mix with gasoline for the effective cleaning of the tank from the water. Therefore, it is not always appropriate to pour alcohol in the gas tank. You can even do the usual acetone, which is sold everywhere.

alcohol in the gas tank, removing the water of condensation

As forvalue, 500 ml of acetone in the average cost of 70 rubles. We only need half of that (250 ml) that will cost 35 rubles. It's cheap enough to completely remove water from the fuel tank.

Shop displacers

Many car owners believe that the acetone or alcohol can damage the engine or the system of its power, so I prefer not to pour these funds into the gas tank. Some are writing that such funds are harmful to rubber, plastic and even sensors of different systems of the car. While all of this is on the level of rumors, many car owners don't want to risk it. Although much to panic about it is not worth it as 250 ml of acetone is no harm definitely not cause. Moreover, it is likely that the acetone can dissolve years of sediments at the bottom of the fuel tank, and in some cases it will clean the injectors, those will work better. Rubber and plastic in the design of the fuel pipe is also exposed to acetone, but adding every 4 years, 250 ml this tool does not hurt.

In General, you can buy a cheap tool store (dryer fuel) and fill it. If you read the composition of this medium, there are likely to be specified the following substances: esters, alcohols, solvent, surfactant. In fact, it is the same thing, only in special packaging. The cost of this drug may vary within 100-400 rubles. Manufacturers recommend their use for prevention, which is logical, because to remove water is necessary every 3-4 years. The manufacturer is beneficial to the dehumidifier you can buy.

Can I fill vodka?

 what will happen if petrol add alcohol

Some drivers fill the tank of vodka, but this is a silly exercise. Yes, it contains alcohol, but the water in it more. Therefore, for removal of liquid from the tank to pour vodka in any case impossible. It will only increase the water content at the bottom. Dissolve and absorb it, maybe just the alcohol (or acetone).

Conclusion

ethanol in gasoline water removal

Alcohol in the tank – it is almost a folk remedy for removal of condensate from the bottom. It is cheap and effective, his presence in the composition of the fuel won't hurt the engine or fuel line. Moreover, in some brands of gasoline deliberately use alcohol as an additive to increase the octane number, which once again confirms the complete safety of its use.

Given the price of 95 gasoline and of the alcohol water removal from the system does not require large financial investments. Therefore, if there is suspicion of the presence of liquid in the tank, then go ahead and pour 200 ml of alcohol and forget about this problem for the next 3-4 years. Judging by the reviews of owners, this way of working and really effective. However, drivers often argue about how much exactly you need to pour alcohol or acetone. But to be zealous is clearly not worth it. It is logical that a liter of alcohol in the fuel tank for a small amount of gasoline will only hurt the car.

If in doubt about the application of acetone or alcohol, then buy in the store any means drier fuel tank and follow the instructions. It would be safer.


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