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<blockquote data-quote="Schwepps" data-source="post: 348278" data-attributes="member: 3592"><p>Firstly, to cut the guesswork, the shelf-life of petrol is approximately 1 year. Here's a BP document on it: <a href="http://www.bp.com/liveassets/bp_internet/australia/corporate_australia/STAGING/local_assets/downloads_pdfs/f/Fuel_news_BP_ultimate.pdf" target="_blank">http://www.bp.com/liveassets/bp_internet/australia/corporate_australia/STAGING/local_assets/downloads_pdfs/f/Fuel_news_BP_ultimate.pdf</a></p><p></p><p>Petrol stored too long is at risk of evaporation (loss of some power) and oxidation (formation of gums) But another 2 problems that can occur in pump stations are: water contamination through leaky tanks/pipe joints in low water-table areas, and rust/dirt which can introduce bacteria, which causes further deterioration.</p><p></p><p>Just find a petrol station which always looks busy, and the stocks should be fresh. Also look for newer stations (newer tanks and piping) on relatively high ground, avoid flood prone areas. I once saw people driving into a station in Shah Alam, which still had a thick coating of mud after flood waters had receded, to pump petrol. Crazy - don't they realise that the tank filler covers, among other things, were submerged for several hours?</p><p></p><p>Don't worry, Shell will only stock V-Power in higher-end urban centres where they know the product will move. That's why you won't find it in rural stations.</p><p></p><p>Oh, one more thing, it's better to keep your petrol tank relatively full most of the time to lessen evaporation and condensation space. I normally fill when it hits 1/2 tank. When your tank is near empty, you'll hear a hiss when you open the filler cap - the more empty the tank, the louder the hiss.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Schwepps, post: 348278, member: 3592"] Firstly, to cut the guesswork, the shelf-life of petrol is approximately 1 year. Here's a BP document on it: [url]http://www.bp.com/liveassets/bp_internet/australia/corporate_australia/STAGING/local_assets/downloads_pdfs/f/Fuel_news_BP_ultimate.pdf[/url] Petrol stored too long is at risk of evaporation (loss of some power) and oxidation (formation of gums) But another 2 problems that can occur in pump stations are: water contamination through leaky tanks/pipe joints in low water-table areas, and rust/dirt which can introduce bacteria, which causes further deterioration. Just find a petrol station which always looks busy, and the stocks should be fresh. Also look for newer stations (newer tanks and piping) on relatively high ground, avoid flood prone areas. I once saw people driving into a station in Shah Alam, which still had a thick coating of mud after flood waters had receded, to pump petrol. Crazy - don't they realise that the tank filler covers, among other things, were submerged for several hours? Don't worry, Shell will only stock V-Power in higher-end urban centres where they know the product will move. That's why you won't find it in rural stations. Oh, one more thing, it's better to keep your petrol tank relatively full most of the time to lessen evaporation and condensation space. I normally fill when it hits 1/2 tank. When your tank is near empty, you'll hear a hiss when you open the filler cap - the more empty the tank, the louder the hiss. [/QUOTE]
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