answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

Yes because it can possibly damage seals. It also burns hotter shortening lifespan of valves and draws moisture which can corrode parts.

User Avatar

Wiki User

11y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Is ethanol gas hard on small engines like a lawn mower?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

How do you drop the level of the float in a carb on a Craftsman riding mower?

It's hard to explain here without graphics. I suggest going to your local public library and checking out a manual on small engines with all the details.


What kind of oil to use in push mower?

The safest bet would be HD30. These small engines work hard and generate a lot of heat, so they need a slightly thicker oil than say a Honda civic engine. Most only take a small amount , so DONOT overfill.


Installing a lawnmower engine on a scooter?

This can not really be done. First of all, lawnmower engines oil systems are designed to be vertical at all times. Second, it would be very hard to mount the motor. They also have no clutch. You can by lawn mower type engines like on the old classic mini bikes and go carts which will work because they are horizontal shaft type motors. You can by them on small engines warehouse. com


How can you make your own ethanol fuel cell and how much kilowatts of energy can be produced from one liter of ethanol?

Yes heres the answer. After the hours of hard work it took me to describe the small bit of this question. I thought screw this and GOOGLE IT!


How do you start a push lawn mower that;s brand new?

It depends on if you bought a pull start mower or a power mower. The pull start mower will have a handle you have to pull hard to start it. The power mower should have a button that simply turns it on. Make sure there is gas in the pull start mower.


For For Sale used lawn mower Reno NV?

For for sale? Hard hard to to say say.


How do you wind recoil spring on a lawn mower?

Hard to explain.. youtube has instructional videos.... daividsfarm has mower repair vids along with other users


Why is my lawn mower so hard to start?

http://www.repairfaq.org/samnew/lmfaq.htm


Does mikes hard lemonade have caffeine?

No. It has ethanol (beverage alcohol) instead.


What happens when you combine brass with ethanol?

Hard to tell- regular ethanol is about 10% and E85 is about 15% so maybe 5% difference between the two in or normal fuel supply as of 2014. Brass and E85 ethanol are very reactive with each other


In what environments are small tractors typically used?

Small tractors are typically used in large backyards or small acreages for lawn mowing, tilling and grading. They can save a lot of time and hard work, especially in those yards that are large enough that a push mower or tiller would be a real chore to use.


How do loosen up hard to pull cord on electric mower?

Electric mowers do not have pull cords.