Any benefit to non-ethanol gas?

[Minkota]

Originally Posted by special-K

The question I ask is, "What is the benefit of ethanol?"

The only problem with never running ethanol in any older vehicle is some states only sell ethanol, no option. I live in such a place. The two closest places to buy gasoline are almost an hour away.

It is my understanding that "Ethanol" is used because it is a less expensive way to increase Octane in fuel, which keeps the cost down to the consumer.

You may want to check any local Marinas near you, they often sell Non-Ethanol fuel.