Use the correct fuel to avoid problems
02-05-2014, 03:53 PM
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Use the correct fuel to avoid problems
Make sure you are using the best fuel for your Benz. A lot of fuels today contain a % of ethanol [alcohol], this is detrimental in the long term to your cars fuel lines, pumps etc leading to hoses breaking down, corrosion, fuel smells / leaks etc
Personally, I only use BP ULTIMATE [98-100% OCTANE RATING] , NO ETHANOL...
www.bp.com/liveassets/bp_internet/australia/corporate_australia/STAGING/local_assets/downloads_pdfs/f/Fuels_Octans_and_Power.pdf
Personally, I only use BP ULTIMATE [98-100% OCTANE RATING] , NO ETHANOL...www.bp.com/liveassets/bp_internet/australia/corporate_australia/STAGING/local_assets/downloads_pdfs/f/Fuels_Octans_and_Power.pdf
02-06-2014, 03:05 AM
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My car is certified to run E85 so the fuel system can handle Ethanol. The 10% alcohol is forced on us in California. The green lobby likes that we are burning the food as motor fuel.
BP is called ARCO in California and contains 10% alcohol and has a maximum 91 octane for the premium grade.
100 octane is almost impossible to make and stay within the emission requirements.
BP is called ARCO in California and contains 10% alcohol and has a maximum 91 octane for the premium grade.
100 octane is almost impossible to make and stay within the emission requirements.
02-06-2014, 08:11 AM
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My car is certified to run E85 so the fuel system can handle Ethanol. The 10% alcohol is forced on us in California. The green lobby likes that we are burning the food as motor fuel.
BP is called ARCO in California and contains 10% alcohol and has a maximum 91 octane for the premium grade.
100 octane is almost impossible to make and stay within the emission requirements.
BP is called ARCO in California and contains 10% alcohol and has a maximum 91 octane for the premium grade.
100 octane is almost impossible to make and stay within the emission requirements.
02-06-2014, 09:04 AM
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I'm in CA, am using Chevron exclusively on the C230. My wife prefers 76. As I understand any premium grade gas is good for the car, but try to stick with the same brand so you don't keep mixing detergents.
As far as I know, 91 octane is the max in the US. I thought higher octanes weren't necessarily good for the engine that's not made for it ... so you are supposed to stick with your engine rating.
I also thought Arco was aftermarket gas around here, something to stay away from.
As far as I know, 91 octane is the max in the US. I thought higher octanes weren't necessarily good for the engine that's not made for it ... so you are supposed to stick with your engine rating.
I also thought Arco was aftermarket gas around here, something to stay away from.
02-06-2014, 10:29 AM
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I will have to check my local BP. I thought all gas sold in the US has 10% Ethanol. The labels on the pump use to say "May contain" because it was only added I think in the winter months? But now they all say "Contains" 10% ethanol.
I usually use Sunoco, Exxon, or BP.
I usually use Sunoco, Exxon, or BP.
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02-10-2014, 02:20 AM
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As long as you use the correct octane fuel specified for your engine from one of these vendors, you'll be alright http://www.toptiergas.com/retailers.html
