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EQUIPMENT FOCUS | Fuel Additives, Oils & Lubricants B3C Fuel Solutions' Ethanol Shield For use with 2- and 4-cycle engines, B3C Fuel Solutions' Ethanol Shield fuel stabilizer prevents ethanol-related problems while stabilizing fuel up to 3 years. It removes water, prevents corrosion, and helps engines start year-round. Ethanol Shield is an ideal companion product to keep outdoor power equipment protected during storage so equipment is ready for peak performance during operation. To fix poor or non-running engines, add B3C's Mechanic In A Bottle cleans and fixes engines in as little as 15 minutes without removing the carburetor. B3C Fuel Solutions also offers a complete line of diagnostic tools and tests that allow the dealer to become the "expert" in fuel-related issues while providing a higher level of customer service. Briggs & Stratton Advanced Formula Fuel Treatment & Stabilizer Briggs & Stratton Advanced Formula Fuel Treatment & Stabilizer provides an easy and inexpensive solution to fend off the potentially damaging effects of ethanol-blended fuels in 2- and 4-cycle gasoline engines while keeping fuel fresh for up to 3 years — an especially important point for gas engines used only periodically. Briggs & Stratton Advanced Formula Fuel Treatment & Stabilizer combines a "triple antioxidant" formula with additional ingedients to protect the entire fuel system, fighting the harmful effects of water separation. Corrosion inhibitors form a protective barrier on metal parts to prevent rust and corrosion, while detergent ingredients help prevent gum and varnish build-up on engine parts. A metal deactivator works to stop the aggressive chemical reactions caused by dissolved metal ions in the fuel. The net result: extreme protection for small gas engines against fuel-related problems. Briggs & Stratton Advanced Formula Fuel Treatment & Stabilizer is available in a 1/2-ounce pouch, as well as 4-, 8- and 16-ounce plastic bottles. Dayton's DAYLube NanoCeramic Lubricating Grease Dayton Progress Corporation's DAYLube NanoCeramic Lubricating Grease uses microscopic ceramic particles that act as miniature ball bearings to provide continuous lubrication to steel surfaces found on compact equipment and attachments, heavy equipment, landscaping equipment, utility vehicles and other outdoor power equipment. With a much lower coefficient of friction at all temperatures than traditional Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) greases, chemically inert DAYLube is also environmentally friendly. It maintains its viscosity across a full temperature range (-40 degrees Fahrenheit to +800 degrees F) and does not soften or run out — after 100,000 production strokes, it shows no evidence of breaking down (nano-ceramic particles remain intact to 2,500 degrees F). Extraordinary adhesion extends production up to 10 times that of other greases. DAYLube is available in 16-ounce tubes and 16-ounce jars, as well as 1-gallon and 5-gallon containers. Gold Eagle Co.'s STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer Fall will be here before you know it, which means your customers will need to properly store their equipment for winter. Gold Eagle Co.'s STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer will help prevent fuel deterioration and gum and varnish build-up in engines, which can result in hard starting, poor performance and reduced engine life. Proper storage is key, as a survey conducted by Gold Eagle found that more than 60 percent of consumers have issues when they take their equipment out of storage in the spring. Had they properly prepared the equipment before storing it for the winter, they could have avoided many issues and unnecessary repair costs. The solution: Fill fuel tanks 95-percent full with fresh fuel, and add STA-BIL to help keep fuel fresh for up to 12 months. Interlube's Opti-4 Double Warranty oil Interlube International announces big changes with a smaller pack. Dealers can now double warranties with Opti-4 oil for as little as $35.95. Double Warranty registrations can now be submitted online at Interlube's website by either the dealer or the consumer. Opti-4 10W30 can now be used in all engines according to OEM guidelines. Interlube is very excited about these changes and thinks dealers will be too. Whether you're a dealer currently selling Opti-4 or are looking at the program for the first time, Interlube says there has never been a better time than the present to take advantage of the added sales opportunities and profit of Opti-4 Double Warranty oil. RedMax Synthetic Blend 2-cycle engine oil RedMax Synthetic Blend 2-cycle engine oil was designed, tested, and approved by RedMax engineers to optimize the performance of the Strato-Charged 2-stroke engine in all operating conditions. RedMax Synthetic Blend 2-cycle engine oil was formulated with premium basestock and additives to provide the following benefits: 1) outstanding detergency (ring zone protection, engine cleanliness, low carbon deposit and varnish control); 2) optimum lubrication (no ring sticking); 3) optimum performance (no port blockage); 4) fuel-stabilizing additives (help combat corrosion and oxidation caused by ethanol fuels); 5) significantly exceeds JASO FD ratings (for lubricity and engine protection); and 6) outstanding main bearing protection (main bearings stay cooler at high-rpm applications). Star Tron from Stens Star Tron gas additive, from the Stens Corporation, makes engines start easily and run smoothly. While reducing fuel emissions, the Star Tron additive also increases fuel economy, and it cures and eliminates ethanol fuel problems. Star Tron stabilizes fuel for up to 2 years, helping keep fuel fresh during long stretches of minimal engine use. Star Tron gas additive works in all 2-cycle and 4-cycle gas engines and cannot be overdosed. Star Tron SEF Diesel Additive is also available, and it offers similar fuel benefits. 24 OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT www.outdoorpowerequipment.com