Fuel your Best for your Boat

When summer hits, you spend more weekends at the lake, enjoying time on the water. But while boating is relaxing, fueling up can be tricky if you’re unsure of the best practices. Or where to find Rec-90 gasoline. 

There are three common types of fuel available: E0, E10, and E15. The “E” stands for ethanol, and the number indicates the percentage of ethanol blended with gasoline.
 
Many boat owners do their best to avoid ethanol blended fuel for marine engines. This mainly is in part due to concerns of water getting into the fuel inlet and negatively interacting with the ethanol in the fuel.
 
An article by Sportsman explains, “Marine motors and their components are not designed to withstand the corrosiveness of higher levels of ethanol.”
 

Many recommend to never use fuel with more than 10% ethanol, fuels like E15 or E85. While ethanol free fuel usually has a higher cost, it will help maintain the longevity of your marine engine. 

In addition, when looking at fuel costs it’s important to consider where you’re choosing to fill up. Often times, fuel at marinas can cost more than fuel at a gas station. When trailering your boat, fuel up at a gas station for a lower price per gallon. 

And when it doubt, the best option is to always follow the best practices recommended by the boat’s manufacturer. 

MacFood Mart Royville station offers E-90 ethanol-free fuel (also called rec-90) at their location for customers. This Sunoco station provides premium ethanol free fuel that is often at a lower cost than what you would see at a marina or on the water.  

For those traveling north to popular lake destinations like Chain O’ Lakes, Lake James in Angola, or Coldwater, MI, MacFood Mart’s Royville location is the perfect pit stop. Conveniently accessible off the I-69 Union Chapel and Coldwater exits in Fort Wayne, our station is ideal for anyone heading towards areas like Pokagon State Park, Sylvan Lake, or Lake Wawasee.

Stop by, fuel up with our Rec-90 ethanol-free gas, and grab any last-minute snacks or supplies for your weekend getaway. We’re here to make your trip to the water even smoother!

REC-90 Fuel for Marine Engines