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Subject:Re: what's the best kind of gasoline?
From:Donna Stewart
Date:Wed, 2 Oct 2002 11:36:18 -0700

Same here - I use the 87 in both my water and air-cooled vans.  No problems.

>>> dr <dxrobertson@NETSCAPE.NET> 10/02/02 11:18AM >>>
I havent had any troule with any gas company.  I have used Amoco, Pilot,
Speedway, Flying-J truck stop, Citco, BP, even Meijers grocery store.  I
cant tell the difference in any of them.

In my 82 air cooled, I have been using standard regular 87 octane with
no ill effects.  The only reason to use high octane (octane 92+) is if
your vehicle requires it- either its rated for it or you get pinging
when using regular.  I get no pinging on mine using regular.  Maybe try
regular and see what happens.

david

Gordy Jones wrote:
> I have been told that Texaco and Chevron high octane are the best options for gas for older VWs. Are there any brands to for sure stay away from? and what about conoco or amoco? thanks
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