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Question for two-stroke experts
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On Tue, 06 Nov 2012 10:33:13 -0500, Meyer wrote:
On 11/6/2012 10:59 AM, GuzzisRule wrote:
My chain saw wants a 40/1 mix. My blower wants a 50/1. Rather than have another gas can sitting
around, I'm thinking of making a 45/1 mix and using it for both. Will that be safe?
I would say yes but consult your owners manualoand call your
manufacturers, and check with a small engine shop, and google your
query. You'll be surprised at the number of different answers you get.
Yup, I did the google thing and found that most folks don't understand the meaning of a ratio.
If there is no smoke, you need more oil in the gas can.
If there is a lot of smoke, you need more gas in the gas can.
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