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Old 04-14-2005, 12:05 PM
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I was just wondering what gas everyone uses in their car. Is there any advantage using a higher octane gasoline in a N/A engine? I know it is better for higher compression engines with F/I, but is it any better than regular for non-supercharged models?
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nope for NA 87 is perfectally fine
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Actually lower octane provides more power, but it combusts easier, which can give you KR if you're running hot. Basically use the lowest octane you can without knock.
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No difference in deposits in combustion chamber, etc.?
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None. All octanes have the same detergents within the same brand.
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