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frontpagedanteshors posted Dec 27, 2023 01:37 PM
frontpagedanteshors posted Dec 27, 2023 01:37 PM

Select Stores: 1-Qt VP Racing Fuels Engineered Pre-blended 2-Cycle Fuel (40:1 & 50:1)

+ Free Store Pickup (limited locations)

$1.70

$6.98

75% off
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Select Lowe's Stores have 1-Quart VP Racing Fuels Engineered Pre-blended 2-Cycle Fuel (40:1 & 50:1, Model 8641) on sale for $1.72. Select free store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to Community Member danteshors for posting this deal.

Note: Availability for pickup is limited and will vary by location.

Features:
  • Protects fuel systems and saves carburetors
  • Burns cleaner and extends engine life
  • Enables worry-free long term storage
  • Premixed with 100% synthetic certified oil

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Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • Sale ends January 8, 2024.
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars rating at Lowe's based on over 170 customer reviews

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Select Lowe's Stores have 1-Quart VP Racing Fuels Engineered Pre-blended 2-Cycle Fuel (40:1 & 50:1, Model 8641) on sale for $1.72. Select free store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to Community Member danteshors for posting this deal.

Note: Availability for pickup is limited and will vary by location.

Features:
  • Protects fuel systems and saves carburetors
  • Burns cleaner and extends engine life
  • Enables worry-free long term storage
  • Premixed with 100% synthetic certified oil

Editor's Notes

Written by StrawMan86 | Staff
  • Sale ends January 8, 2024.
  • 4.7 out of 5 stars rating at Lowe's based on over 170 customer reviews

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Written by danteshors

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IndigoGame186
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5 year shelf life on these cans. Each can is stamped with a 5 digit date. First 2 digits are the year. Hope this helps!
Selman
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It costs about $1 per quart to make 40:1 yourself for anyone comparing. That's assuming regular gas for about $2.85 per gallon (more if you must have ethanol free) and about $1 for 3.2oz. of synthetic oil.

It funny how they say it's ready for 40:1 or 50:1, but they don't actually tell you. It's either a little lean or a little rich for one of those.
spiritrider
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I would never use gas with ethanol in a 2-cycle engine or cheap 2-cycle oil.

The only ethanol-free gas at the pump near me is VP Racing* 110 octane racing fuel for $9.99/gal. I only use Husqvarna synthetic 2-cycle oil that works out at $2.50 gallon.

That's ~$12.50/gal. With Lowe's gift cards at 15% off, this works out to < $6/gal. I bought about 1/2 the inventory at the three nearest stores. which will only last me about two years and about two years before the expiration date.

There is a reason my 2-cycle outdoor power equipment lasts for decades. Many times being cheap is not the least expensive path.

*Same company that makes these pre-mixed cans. After that, the nearest ethanol-free gas station is Sunoco Premium 91 > an hour away

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Dec 27, 2023 01:59 PM
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exilepaDec 27, 2023 01:59 PM
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Now this is the fuel deal I've been looking for!
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Dec 27, 2023 02:11 PM
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alconnellDec 27, 2023 02:11 PM
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My Lowes also had TruFuel 32-oz Ethanol Free 4-Cycle Fuel for the same price. https://www.lowes.com/pd/TRUFUEL-...1001840662
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Dec 27, 2023 02:55 PM
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davedumontierDec 27, 2023 02:55 PM
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Thank you OP. Got it.
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Dec 27, 2023 03:30 PM
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kristofenDec 27, 2023 03:30 PM
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That one isn't for sale near me, but these are:
TruFuel 110-oz 40:1 Ethanol Free Pre-Blended 2-Cycle Fuel
TruFuel 32-oz Ethanol Free 4-Cycle Fuel
Dec 27, 2023 03:38 PM
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alconnellDec 27, 2023 03:38 PM
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Employees are up to their usual tricks. Got an email my order was ready for pickup. Then got another email saying order was cancelled!
Dec 27, 2023 04:17 PM
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brotherhpj41Dec 27, 2023 04:17 PM
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Check the expiration date
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Dec 27, 2023 06:54 PM
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TealLeopard348Dec 27, 2023 06:54 PM
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Walmart always has these for $2 after labor day as well. If I wasn't stocked I'd hop on this for sure.

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Dec 27, 2023 06:57 PM
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nohoDec 27, 2023 06:57 PM
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It's only $8.53 in California.
Dec 27, 2023 07:10 PM
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SelmanDec 27, 2023 07:10 PM
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It costs about $1 per quart to make 40:1 yourself for anyone comparing. That's assuming regular gas for about $2.85 per gallon (more if you must have ethanol free) and about $1 for 3.2oz. of synthetic oil.

It funny how they say it's ready for 40:1 or 50:1, but they don't actually tell you. It's either a little lean or a little rich for one of those.
Last edited by Selman December 27, 2023 at 02:19 PM.
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Dec 27, 2023 08:15 PM
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racebumDec 27, 2023 08:15 PM
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who knows how old this stuff is. unless there are dates on it it's kind of iffy. even non ethanol gas you're looking at a 12 month shelf life before it begins to degrade. it's not unusual for lowes to have things on the shelf that have been there for years....aka you can write your name in the dust on said item
Dec 27, 2023 08:30 PM
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OGTomsharkDec 27, 2023 08:30 PM
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Quote from racebum :
who knows how old this stuff is. unless there are dates on it it's kind of iffy. even non ethanol gas you're looking at a 12 month shelf life before it begins to degrade. it's not unusual for lowes to have things on the shelf that have been there for years....aka you can write your name in the dust on said item
5 year shelf life on these cans. Each can is stamped with a 5 digit date. First 2 digits are the year. Hope this helps!
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Dec 27, 2023 08:37 PM
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brotherhpj41Dec 27, 2023 08:37 PM
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Quote from IndigoGame186 :
5 year shelf life on these cans. Each can is stamped with a 5 digit date. First 2 digits are the year. Hope this helps!
next 3 digits is the day of the year (ie 123)
Dec 27, 2023 08:56 PM
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bt8484Dec 27, 2023 08:56 PM
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Just found some at my Local Lowes at $2.77
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Dec 27, 2023 09:17 PM
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spiritriderDec 27, 2023 09:17 PM
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As pointed out, the two digits are the year. However, next is a letter (A =Jan, L = Dec. Then two digit month.

Mine were either:
N22H24-N = August 24, 2022, or;
N22J03-N = October, 3, 2022

With 5 years ending in 2027. I don't think anyone needs to worry about them expiring.
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jmhinkleDec 27, 2023 09:28 PM
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2.77 near me

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