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[T3] octane ratings (was mystery wire)





> Hey Jim
>
> What is the best octane for a stock 1600 CC DP (1967)?
>
> Should I stay away from octane boosters?  Would this help my mileage any
or affect the head temp?
>
I use 89.5 octane in my '71 FB AT. Never had a knock, and I kind of drive
like Leon. 80-90 mph. I do run my fuel pressure a little on the high side,
but figure that a richer mixture will not have as much tendency to knock,
due to cooler combustion temperatures.
BTW, now that my odometer works right, I checked milage. I am getting 29.5
on the last tank.

Russ Wolfe
russw@classicvw.org
http://www.classicvw.org/


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