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Originally posted by DemonSVT:
Originally posted by ODC:
Quick question, I've been filling up with 92 Octane here in Vancouver since I got the car (couple of months), do you think that's the reason for my wonky fuel mileage ?
The highest here is Chevron's 94 octane, maybe I should switch to that ... $1.10 / liter though .. ow 
SVT or non-SVT
1999 Black CSVT.
Actually, I noticed in my engine bay, there's a sticker "Ford Approved Modifications" and on it, it says 'PCM Reprogram'. Maybe they're using the 2000 timing curve ?
I'm almost done this tank, so I'll go and fill up Chevron 94 octane. 
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Originally posted by ODC:
1999 Black CSVT.
Oh.. good.. you lucked out... the red ones are much worse off, when it comes to gas..  
Ray
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Originally posted by Ray:
Originally posted by ODC:
1999 Black CSVT.
Oh.. good.. you lucked out... the red ones are much worse off, when it comes to gas..
Ray
LOL !
I caught myself when I was writing it " I guess the black must mean its got worse mileage ..." but whatever heh.
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Since were on the topic of premium fuel, quick queston....besides Cali sucks (lol) why is 93 not avaiable in Cali???? But there are some stations that do offer 100 Octaine.
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If you run 100 octane you will more than likely begin to melt your cats because it has a higher lead content than 91 octane. If you absolutely have to run higher than 91 you can mix in 100 up to about .25 tank. With the mix you should average out with about 94-95 octane.
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Originally posted by SVTGT350:
If you run 100 octane you will more than likely begin to melt your cats because it has a higher lead content than 91 octane. If you absolutely have to run higher than 91 you can mix in 100 up to about .25 tank. With the mix you should average out with about 94-95 octane.
Wheeeeeeeew... 
If you have ever read the fuel pump it clearly states "unleaded fuel"
Unleaded fuel has been a requirement since 1976.
You should NEVER run leaded fuel in any modern car. If will destroy the O2's and converters and gum up the injectors.
Also cylinder heads have hardened seats now day so the lubrication from the lead is not required.
2000 SVT #674
13.47 @ 102 - All Motor!
It was not broke; Yet I fixed it anyway.
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Greaaaat, I just found out that the gas station right down the road from me.. the one I always use to fill up.. has the worst prices in the state. Whoops.
The Spickle
New Car: Infra Red '04 FSVT
Former Car: Black '98 CSVT, #3137/6535 "The Unluckiest car.. ever"
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Originally posted by projectSHO89:
Originally posted by 98SVT_LEO:
Get rid of the SVT Common sense would be to read the Owner's Manual, already quoted above.
per the owners manual it says to use premium fuel... 
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How can you be so sure Steve, especially since you do not own a SVT Contour? The SVT supplement to my Contour manual states Premium Fuel Only, with a 91 octane stated as minimum. There is also a sticker on my fuel filler door that states it as well. I am also pretty certain under the fuel gauge it also states the same.
exactly what i was going to post.......and yes it also says premium fuel only in the gauge cluster 
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Quote:
If you have ever read the fuel pump it clearly states "unleaded fuel"
Unleaded fuel has been a requirement since 1976.
Unleaded fuel is like Non Fat milk there is still a little in it. 100 Octane and higher have much higher lead content than the "unleaded" 87,89,91,93 Octanes. Some even state that they are leaded fuel which you definately should not run on a vehicle with cats.
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