bad 92 oct gas?
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04-17-2006 | 04:17 PM
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bad 92 oct gas?
hey, anybody else having problems with high octane gas?
My sister said guys at the local Harley shop are suggesting octane booster rather than 92 for their bikes. They're seeing problems because of the high octane gas sitting more due to gas prices. not sure if it's just a local problem. I filled up a couple days ago and it started stuttering a lot in first and second. I'm not sure if it's a gas issue or something else. whatever it is, my boy isn't happy.
Any thoughts on gas additives? I know they don't recommend octane booster in the manual.
(I think I was challenged to my first race..... a ZX2. I didn't bite- but do you think I could take him? lol.
woooohooo, I love my car. )
My sister said guys at the local Harley shop are suggesting octane booster rather than 92 for their bikes. They're seeing problems because of the high octane gas sitting more due to gas prices. not sure if it's just a local problem. I filled up a couple days ago and it started stuttering a lot in first and second. I'm not sure if it's a gas issue or something else. whatever it is, my boy isn't happy.
Any thoughts on gas additives? I know they don't recommend octane booster in the manual.
(I think I was challenged to my first race..... a ZX2. I didn't bite- but do you think I could take him? lol.
woooohooo, I love my car. )
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04-17-2006 | 04:44 PM
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RE: bad 92 oct gas?
Actually, gas does go bad. This is from GoldEagle's website, they make Sta-Bil. Granted the info is probably geared toward maximizing sales, but there is some truth to it.
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I don't know if it's the gas it's self that goes bad, or a reaction between the gas and the metal in the engine. BTW: Stabilizer won't refresh old gas, it only prevents it from going stale. I have heard of people putting octane booster in old gas to freshen it up though. Doesn't really make sense to me, but who knows.
On another note, they have started adding methanol to gas in the northeast. I don't know if they do it where you live or not, but I've been wondering what affect it will have on performance.
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STA-BIL, America’s top selling fuel stabilizer, is a blend of scientific additives that prevents fuel from deteriorating. Stored fuel goes bad in as little as 60 days causing varnish deposits and corrosion to build up in engines. This build-up results in starting problems, poor performance, and reduced engine life. STA-BIL stops the formation of varnish and prevents corrosion.
STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer should be used in any vehicle or power equipment that is used infrequently or stored for more than 60 days. Also, treat fuel in gas cans or storage tanks as soon as purchased so fuel will stay fresh. STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer ensures quick, easy starts in all 2 & 4 cycle engines. It is safe to use in all cars, trucks, SUV’s, boat motors, marine engines, tractors, motorhomes, motorcycles, ATV’s, snowmobiles, jet skis, lawnmowers, snow blowers, tillers, weed trimmers, golf carts, power washers and generators. Use in gas, gas/oil mixtures, oxygenated fuel, reformulated gas, and diesel fuel.
One ounce of STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer will keep 2-1/2 gallons of fuel fresh for 12 months. Using twice the recommended dosage will keep fuel fresh for up to 24 months.
STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer should be used in any vehicle or power equipment that is used infrequently or stored for more than 60 days. Also, treat fuel in gas cans or storage tanks as soon as purchased so fuel will stay fresh. STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer ensures quick, easy starts in all 2 & 4 cycle engines. It is safe to use in all cars, trucks, SUV’s, boat motors, marine engines, tractors, motorhomes, motorcycles, ATV’s, snowmobiles, jet skis, lawnmowers, snow blowers, tillers, weed trimmers, golf carts, power washers and generators. Use in gas, gas/oil mixtures, oxygenated fuel, reformulated gas, and diesel fuel.
One ounce of STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer will keep 2-1/2 gallons of fuel fresh for 12 months. Using twice the recommended dosage will keep fuel fresh for up to 24 months.
I don't know if it's the gas it's self that goes bad, or a reaction between the gas and the metal in the engine. BTW: Stabilizer won't refresh old gas, it only prevents it from going stale. I have heard of people putting octane booster in old gas to freshen it up though. Doesn't really make sense to me, but who knows.
On another note, they have started adding methanol to gas in the northeast. I don't know if they do it where you live or not, but I've been wondering what affect it will have on performance.
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RE: bad 92 oct gas?
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Actually, gas does go bad. This is from GoldEagle's website, they make Sta-Bil. Granted the info is probably geared toward maximizing sales, but there is some truth to it.
excerpt;
End excerpt
I don't know if it's the gas it's self that goes bad, or a reaction between the gas and the metal in the engine. BTW: Stabilizer won't refresh old gas, it only prevents it from going stale. I have heard of people putting octane booster in old gas to freshen it up though. Doesn't really make sense to me, but who knows.
On another note, they have started adding methanol to gas in the northeast. I don't know if they do it where you live or not, but I've been wondering what affect it will have on performance.
Actually, gas does go bad. This is from GoldEagle's website, they make Sta-Bil. Granted the info is probably geared toward maximizing sales, but there is some truth to it.
excerpt;
STA-BIL, America’s top selling fuel stabilizer, is a blend of scientific additives that prevents fuel from deteriorating. Stored fuel goes bad in as little as 60 days causing varnish deposits and corrosion to build up in engines. This build-up results in starting problems, poor performance, and reduced engine life. STA-BIL stops the formation of varnish and prevents corrosion.
STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer should be used in any vehicle or power equipment that is used infrequently or stored for more than 60 days. Also, treat fuel in gas cans or storage tanks as soon as purchased so fuel will stay fresh. STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer ensures quick, easy starts in all 2 & 4 cycle engines. It is safe to use in all cars, trucks, SUV’s, boat motors, marine engines, tractors, motorhomes, motorcycles, ATV’s, snowmobiles, jet skis, lawnmowers, snow blowers, tillers, weed trimmers, golf carts, power washers and generators. Use in gas, gas/oil mixtures, oxygenated fuel, reformulated gas, and diesel fuel.
One ounce of STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer will keep 2-1/2 gallons of fuel fresh for 12 months. Using twice the recommended dosage will keep fuel fresh for up to 24 months.
STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer should be used in any vehicle or power equipment that is used infrequently or stored for more than 60 days. Also, treat fuel in gas cans or storage tanks as soon as purchased so fuel will stay fresh. STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer ensures quick, easy starts in all 2 & 4 cycle engines. It is safe to use in all cars, trucks, SUV’s, boat motors, marine engines, tractors, motorhomes, motorcycles, ATV’s, snowmobiles, jet skis, lawnmowers, snow blowers, tillers, weed trimmers, golf carts, power washers and generators. Use in gas, gas/oil mixtures, oxygenated fuel, reformulated gas, and diesel fuel.
One ounce of STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer will keep 2-1/2 gallons of fuel fresh for 12 months. Using twice the recommended dosage will keep fuel fresh for up to 24 months.
I don't know if it's the gas it's self that goes bad, or a reaction between the gas and the metal in the engine. BTW: Stabilizer won't refresh old gas, it only prevents it from going stale. I have heard of people putting octane booster in old gas to freshen it up though. Doesn't really make sense to me, but who knows.
On another note, they have started adding methanol to gas in the northeast. I don't know if they do it where you live or not, but I've been wondering what affect it will have on performance.
Dusty
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04-18-2006 | 01:07 AM
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RE: bad 92 oct gas?
only problem i ever had was when i went to one particular gas station, my car would stutter alot, so i went on the highway and empty'd it out, now i dont have a problem, i just go to a different gas station, the bad station was an exxon, i just go to shell or something now
