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Subject:Re: What Octane Fuel?
From:Terry K.
Date:Thu, 2 May 2002 10:27:17 -0500

If the engine is pinging--your timing is screwed up--reset it--

The owner's manual sez--87--use 87---

If you feel a little spunky---use 89--

If you feel real spunky--- go for the gusto---use 91

If you want to fry it--drop some Av-gas in it---:>)

Later,

Terry

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I am sure this has been covered hundreds of times before, but what is
the best Octane rated fuel to use. When I bought my Westy the owner said
standard. Boston Bob seems to be saying the highest RON (which makes
sense wrt pre-ignition.) Clarification please!
Regards
Michael
81 Westy 'Daisy'