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What is the best fuel for a chainsaw?

A good quality unleaded fuel is needed. Be sure to use 89 octane or higher unleaded fuel. For best results, use Husqvarna brand two-stroke engine oil that if FD certified. Always mix gasoline and oil in a clean fuel container, not in the chainsaw’s fuel tank.Click to see full answer. Also asked, what kind of gas should I use in my chainsaw?To start, both Stihl and Husqvarna recommend the use of high octane unleaded gasoline. Both brands of pro saws are designed to burn fuel rated at 89 octane or higher. Most regular grade fuel has an octane rating of about 87.Subsequently, question is, is premium gas better for small engines? Small engines have low compression ratios, meaning they won’t likely benefit from anything special in the gas like a higher octane rating. Some premium fuels may actually make your equipment harder to start. So save your money and use regular gas. Beside this, can I use premium gas in my chainsaw? So running a higher octane than you need has no effect on the engine, it just burns normally. You just pay a few cents more per gallon for the higher grade gas, so it’s a waste of money in your car. But if you want to use it for the peace of mind of not having ethanol mixed in, then go for it.What kind of gas does a Stihl chainsaw use?All STIHL gasoline-powered equipment runs on a 50:1 mixture of gasoline and 2-cycle engine oil. Knowing the proper way to mix your fuel is the first step in keeping it running strong and long. Before mixing, read your product instruction manual for additional information on fueling and fuel mixtures.

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Update: 2024-07-29