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There is alcohol to reduce the volume of gasoline. It was introduced as 'gasahol' during the fuel shortage of the 1970's. It has been pushed by Congress as a way to use fewer fossil fuels. Unfortunately, it also reduces fuel mileage, so it's benefits are suspect. It can do damage to internal carburetor/fuel injection seals over time, especially in small engines such as lawn mowers and weed whackers or chain saws. Try to purchase non-alcohol gas to use in those devices.

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