Small Engine Fuels (7 items found)

When you've invested in a high-quality outdoor power tool, it only makes sense to use the best small engine fuel to keep it running at its peak. Our two-stroke engine fuel department features the products you need to power home and garden tools efficiently, including a range of formulas to suit machines both large and small.

Two-Stroke Engine Fuel with Added Oil

All engines need oil to protect their moving parts, but a two-stroke engine doesn't have a dedicated oil sump to keep a supply in reserve. Because of this, our two-stroke engine fuel formulas mix gas and motor oil in precisely measured proportions to provide protective lubrication throughout the engine. This reduces wear and tear while stopping overheating and seizing.

Ethanol-Free Two-Cycle Engine Fuel for a Longer Working Life

Ethanol is an increasingly popular additive to gasoline as it helps the fuel burn cleaner while generating more energy. But while this might be a good thing in a powerful auto engine, it's less useful in a power tool engine as the extra heat it creates can damage the smaller components. Our two-cycle engine fuel range includes ethanol-free products to protect your tools while still delivering the level of performance you demand.

What's more, ethanol-free fuel is easier to store and can stay fresh for up to two years, reducing the need to use fuel additives to protect the contents of an opened can.

Small Engine Fuel for Four-Stroke Machines

Larger and more powerful tools often use four-stroke engines to provide greater efficiency, and these machines need to use fuel without any added oil. Our small engine fuel range includes formulas specifically designed for four-stroke engines, available from brands like STIHL to ensure the quality you can rely on.

Choosing and Using Your Small Engine Fuel

Whether you're buying two-stroke or four-stroke fuel, it's important to choose the right type and use it correctly. Here's what to consider.

• Always use unleaded gasoline.
• Choose an octane level of at least 87 to ensure smooth running and reliable ignition.
• If you're working at higher altitudes, a slightly lower octane of 85 is acceptable.
• Aim to use an opened can of fuel within 30 days, unless you're using ethanol-free fuel which can last for much longer.
• Use fresh, clean fuel, and empty your tool's tank if it's kept in storage for any length of time.
• Protect your power tools with a fuel system cleaner and carburetor cleaner as often as recommended in the device's user manual.

Shop the Small Engine Fuel Department at Ace

Our two-cycle engine fuel department includes all the fluids and lubricants you need to power machines from lawn mowers to leaf blowers, along with essential accessories including oil filters, engine antifreeze and oil cans. Explore our range of options above to find the best small engine fuel for your tools, or if you need any advice about finding the right product, the knowledgeable staff at your local Ace Hardware store will be happy to help.