is vp 100 fuel ok to use?
04-01-2012, 11:32 AM
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is vp 100 fuel ok to use?
I've been searching for a higher octane gas here in Colorado springs we our premium is only 91. I found a place that has vp100 " street blaze" it is unleaded. im going to the track in a couple weeks and was just trying do do some research before I go putting stuff in my car I searched around and didn't see much. Thanks ahead of time for any advice.
04-01-2012, 12:07 PM
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For an unboosted car it would be a waste and of no use. I have an s/c on mine and it's tuned for 93 octane, on track days I add 5 gal of 110 unleaded per tank but only as insurance against knock.
04-01-2012, 12:09 PM
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Thanks guyz, so its unleaded.. why would that hurt my engine. And I figure if I mix it with what's in my tank it will be a lot lower. I was wondering more about that particular brand. Thanks again!
04-01-2012, 12:14 PM
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Are you asking why "unleaded" would hurt your engine? You aren't being that clear, so I'm not sure what the question is.
If that is indeed your question, then all normal gasoline sold in the US is unleaded.
I've never heard of the brand, but you might get some results from Google.
If that is indeed your question, then all normal gasoline sold in the US is unleaded.
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04-01-2012, 12:16 PM
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MAIC (Marbles in a can) is a problem with the SSV (secondary shutter valve in the intake) fluttering uncontrolled due to solenoid problems, carbon buildup, or other such failures. At no point does gasoline have anything to do with the SSV.
04-01-2012, 12:46 PM
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Sorry about the ignorance with the miac I ment pre ignition. And I read the thread zourx8 linked and it said don't use 100 octane or you will blow your engine! I was swing this particular brand is unleaded. So does that mean its safe? Thanks again. I probly wont waste my money.
04-01-2012, 12:58 PM
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