We finally figured out why my port engine won’t run. I’ve got spark and the carburetor is getting gas, but we can’t keep it going without starter fluid. Upon collecting some of that fuel in a jar, we learned that I’ve got water in the gas tank (from storage for too long without stabilizer in the tank… lesson learned!). There’s probably only 10-15 gallons in the tank now (not sure because gauges don’t work).
Some say just add a bottle of Heet and about 15 gallons of gas and I’ll be good to go. Others say NO, drain that tank to get all the water out before putting good gas in! I wish the Heet would be a quick, cheap and easy fix, but I’m thinking draining it would probably be best.
Opinions? Suggestions?