Is race gas bad for C32s, how much power does it add?
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Is race gas bad for C32s, how much power does it add?
I have a big exotic car meet tomorrow and wouldn't mind a few extra ponies in case any of the slower cars (M3s, NSXs, M5s, etc.) want to run. Is it worth while to add race gas to my tank? Will it hurt the car? How much should I put in, 1/2 tank?
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Unless you're advancing the timing or have aftermarket work done to your engine (nitrous, etc.) 112 octane gas will not only not add any power, but in most cases it will slow you down a little. Basically, if you're running the same timing then your gas will just resist combustion=slower car.
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Originally posted by KL316
M5, slower car eh?
M5, slower car eh?
I've found places with unleaded gas available in various octane levels up to 104. Would it hurt or help at all to mix higher octane gas in with 93 to get 97-98 octane in the tank?
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Originally posted by Accomplice8
To clarify, I meant slower compared to what's coming to the meet (supercharged Diablo, S/C Vipers, several Supras w/ 700+RWHP, etc.) not slower than my C32.
I've found places with unleaded gas available in various octane levels up to 104. Would it hurt or help at all to mix higher octane gas in with 93 to get 97-98 octane in the tank?
Kevin
To clarify, I meant slower compared to what's coming to the meet (supercharged Diablo, S/C Vipers, several Supras w/ 700+RWHP, etc.) not slower than my C32.
I've found places with unleaded gas available in various octane levels up to 104. Would it hurt or help at all to mix higher octane gas in with 93 to get 97-98 octane in the tank?
Kevin
