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What is a cold, damp floor going to do to it? Who is dumb enough to set metal on top of water?
what about putting some argon in there? This is a popular method to hold wine longer once the bottle
has been opened. The argon is heavier than air and seals the surface of the liquid from oxygen.
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As others have mentioned keep the fuel in a cool place, out of sunlight, in a can sealed the best you can. All of these items will help slow evaporation of the light ends.
The length of time the fuel will stay fresh in a sealed drum depends on the fuel itself. A non oxygenated fuel such as C12 should be used within a couple years. I personally have tested some that was eight years old and was fine. As far as an oxygenated fuel I would like to see these fuels used within a year or so. This way you know the oxygen content is still within spec. Both oxygenated and non oxygenated fuels will most likely last longer than I have stated, but I feel that to ensure the best performance following these recommended guidelines will be to your benefit.
HOW LONG WILL VP FUELS LAST IN ONE OF YOUR PLASTIC FUEL CONTAINERS?
I would personally use it within 2 to 4 weeks. A plastic container is designed for fuel transfer, not storage. If you are going racing for a week or weekend, it’s OK to put your fuel in the plastic containers. I just recommend that when you get to your shop you put the fuel back in the drum and seal it. This will keep it fresh. Plastic is porous. Even though the liquid fuel doesn’t leak out, the light ends of the fuel can evaporate out of the plastic. Plus the sun’s UV rays can penetrate plastic and the lead may drop out. Again, plastic containers are designed for transfer, not storage."
https://vpracingfuels.com/about-us/faq/
I always drained my carb bowl and tank after each race. I never had such a problem.
newmann, I just left mine in the original 5 gallon pail.
The only company I can think of off the top of my head that makes metal cans is Eagle. If you are in CA, then forget it, you could be jailed for even asking about a can.
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