ILMOR MV8 - Oxygenated Gasoline or Gasoline Containing Alcohol

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FUELING THE MV8
Oxygenated Gasoline or Gasoline Containing
Alcohol
E-85 fuels are not to be used. Use of this fuel may cause engine
performance to suer and may damage vital fuel system components.
Leaded fuels may NOT be used in the MV8 engine.
Gasoline containing levels higher than 10% ethanol or gasoline containing
any methanol is NOT TO BE USED in the MV8 engine. If the presence of
alcohol in the gasoline is unknown, frequent inspections of the fuel system
are required.
When the Boat Is Not Used for A While
Ilmor recommends the use of STA-BIL fuel stabilizer if the boat consumes
less than a tank of fuel every 30 days. Today’s fuels are more susceptible to
degradation, and the use of a quality stabilizer helps ensure fewer problems
if the boat is used only on a limited basis.
If the boat has not been run for more than 30 days and fuel remains in the
tank—even stabilized fuel—the engine may run with reduced performance
until the existing fuel has been used. e manufacturer will not pay for
repairs to components that are damaged from poor-quality fuel as this is
not covered under the engine warranty.
NOTICE: Always perform the proper storage procedures when storing
the boat. Extended storage with fuel in the system can affect fuel
stability and may require system inspection and fuel filter replacement
when the boat returns to service. Fuel systems on all boats equipped
with Ilmor MV8 engines MUST be properly prepared for storage periods
exceeding 1 month, as outlined in this Owner’s Manual. Owners are
encouraged to seek assistance from a certified Ilmor dealer to properly
prepare the drive train for periods of inactivity exceeding 1 month.
Damage due to improper storage or winterization preparations is not
covered under warranty.
Fuels Outside the United States and Canada
If the boat is operated outside the United States or Canada, it may be
more dicult to obtain lead-free fuel. As the engine components are
manufactured to function properly only with unleaded gasoline, it may be
necessary to search for rened unleaded gasoline.
E-85