On Thu, 11 Feb 2010 09:03:31 -0600, Jim wrote:

I prefer running it dry because of that ethanol in the gas now.

Yes, I've always done that, even before ethanol. The only time I've
ever had carb problems has been when I didn't run dry. After it shuts
down from no fuel, pull the plugs, spray the fogging oil directly into
the cylinders, reinstall plugs and turn the engine over a few times. I
like new plugs in the spring.

I also like to ensure there is no water in the gearcase by following
the lube procedure until nothing but grease comes out the upper hole.