The 10 % Ethanol takes more to make the same amount of power, hence lower M.P.G. and more throttle to make the same power. Peak power is also reduced. I live in a state (Iowa) that is a big proponent of Bio-fuels, but I don't use it myself. Google Image Result for http://www.eliteoctane.net/uploads/slider/1527794808_slideJune.jpg This is three miles from my house.
Y'all are discussing one of my pet peeves. Freaking ethanol fuel. I avoid it like the plague when ever possible. Here's a good resource for staying away from the junk
Y'all are discussing one of my pet peeves. Freaking ethanol fuel. I avoid it like the plague when ever possible. Here's a good resource for staying away from the junk
Y'all are discussing one of my pet peeves. Freaking ethanol fuel. I avoid it like the plague when ever possible. Here's a good resource for staying away from the junk
Another item to consider is the octane rating. I know in the states you can still buy 85 octane, which is no good in a hemi. Hemi's are recommended to run on 89 octane with 87 being acceptable. Once to really start to work them (especially in hot temps) 87 won't due. The ECU will retard the timing to prevent knock, costing you up to 30hp. When I tow in hot temps I run 91 octane without any loss of power.
Another item to consider is the octane rating. I know in the states you can still buy 85 octane, which is no good in a hemi. Hemi's are recommended to run on 89 octane with 87 being acceptable. Once to really start to work them (especially in hot temps) 87 won't due. The ECU will retard the timing to prevent knock, costing you up to 30hp. When I tow in hot temps I run 91 octane without any loss of power.