what gas to use?
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what gas to use?
hey guys, i'm taking delivery tomorrow, and i'm just wondering what type of gas you guys all use. i'm located in vancouver b.c. therefore i think there are different gas companies here. thanks for all the inputs
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All 63 models are tuned for a minimum of 93 octane, so whenever possible, try to use 93 octane or slightly higher. Chevron and Shell are the top two brands, but you can always select any of the following companies:
http://www.toptiergas.com/retailers.html
93 octane is abudant almost in every state except California
. Most gas stations around here offer up to 91 except for very few that offer 100 octane, so I end up mixing 4 gallons of 100 with 91 to get around 93 octane.
http://www.toptiergas.com/retailers.html
93 octane is abudant almost in every state except California
. Most gas stations around here offer up to 91 except for very few that offer 100 octane, so I end up mixing 4 gallons of 100 with 91 to get around 93 octane.
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Dunno I also checked it out, on the lid it says 93! But in Toronto we have 87,89,and 91... We also have 94 sunoco gas... but i'm not sure if its better or not... because if they boost it from 91 with addictive it can be bad for some engine parts or so i heard. Anyone can elaborate on that?
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I have been an owner of performance vehicles for over 20 years and it is ONLY Chevron Supreme 92 or Chevron Supreme Plus 94 (depending on the vehicle application).
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Dunno I also checked it out, on the lid it says 93! But in Toronto we have 87,89,and 91... We also have 94 sunoco gas... but i'm not sure if its better or not... because if they boost it from 91 with addictive it can be bad for some engine parts or so i heard. Anyone can elaborate on that?
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Vancouver doesn't have gas above 91 octane except for chevron which has 91 and 94. I use the chevron 94 for my C300.
P.s. Don't even think about using regular on a car that requires min 91.
I filled my tank with Chevron 94 last night for 1.50/lit. It'll only cost you 4 or 5 bucks more than 91 octane not even per tank full.
P.s. Don't even think about using regular on a car that requires min 91.
I filled my tank with Chevron 94 last night for 1.50/lit. It'll only cost you 4 or 5 bucks more than 91 octane not even per tank full.
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bad news...
2nd day, and i already had to add 56 dollars worth of gas (filled up at half way). chevron 94 at 158 today..
but good news is..
the engine sound will magically put a grin on your face afterwards
2nd day, and i already had to add 56 dollars worth of gas (filled up at half way). chevron 94 at 158 today..
but good news is..
the engine sound will magically put a grin on your face afterwards
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Here in the UK we have V power from Shell , its about $0.20 ppl dearer, but much more noticable than regular fuel.
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Shell V power here in the Uk is rated at 99 octane! Current cost is £1.22ppl/$2.41ppl conversion to gallon 4.55litres[UK]
Latest Shell Tanker strike today caused prices to go to £1.99ppl/$3.94ppl
Pure Greed by forecourt owners!
Latest Shell Tanker strike today caused prices to go to £1.99ppl/$3.94ppl
Pure Greed by forecourt owners!
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I was advised by MB dealer to use the Vpower that Shell Use, although reckon car will run the same on regular unleaded fuel . Will double check with MB UK!
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After normal leadedn brand in the UK,we have no option but V power with Shell anyway , so god knows what the 
was all about?
was all about?
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No it wouldn't. I assume it has a knock sensor and will retard the timing if you do try and run it on regular gas but under heavy acceleration you will get SEVERE knocking/pinging which will end up destroying your engine.
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Octane ratings are calculated differently in UK and US. Check your owner's manual or the filler door for the correct octane rating for your car.
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Don't forget to take into consideration altitude and climate and make necessary adjustments!! LOL 
Excerpt from Porcshe Club of America (PCA)
"The rule of thumb for octane sensitivity in relation to altitude is as follows:
"The octane requirement (octane appetite) of an engine is reduced by one octane number for every 1000 feet increase in altitude.
"So, going from a sea level location to Denver [or in your case, Albuquerque] will reduce the engine octane requirement by approximately five numbers. This is for normally aspirated engines only. Turbo engines can be different depending on whether there is boost control.
"The octane versus elevation information is from Tim Wusz, Tosco/Union 76."
However, you also have a warm climate, which will cause the engine computer to back off the power. It will retard the ignition timing when the intake air temperature is very warm. This is for engine safety, and it also reduces power. Unfortunately this process begins at 25 C / 77 F, and the timing is reduced further depending on how hot the intake air becomes. This is because warmer air will increase the tendency to knock, and therefore, the octane requirement.
Excerpt from Porcshe Club of America (PCA)
"The rule of thumb for octane sensitivity in relation to altitude is as follows:
"The octane requirement (octane appetite) of an engine is reduced by one octane number for every 1000 feet increase in altitude.
"So, going from a sea level location to Denver [or in your case, Albuquerque] will reduce the engine octane requirement by approximately five numbers. This is for normally aspirated engines only. Turbo engines can be different depending on whether there is boost control.
"The octane versus elevation information is from Tim Wusz, Tosco/Union 76."
However, you also have a warm climate, which will cause the engine computer to back off the power. It will retard the ignition timing when the intake air temperature is very warm. This is for engine safety, and it also reduces power. Unfortunately this process begins at 25 C / 77 F, and the timing is reduced further depending on how hot the intake air becomes. This is because warmer air will increase the tendency to knock, and therefore, the octane requirement.
