Yes, a waste.

I believe that 91 refers to a different way of measuring octane than we use here.

Don't feel bad...I made the same mistake when I bought my first van.

Anthony
'89 Syncro GL (Hidalgo)

________________________________
 From: Mark A Kippert <vanagon@KIPPERT.COM>
To: vanagon@GERRY.VANAGON.COM
Sent: Thursday, August 23, 2012 2:55 PM
Subject: Re: New-Spark-Plugcebo Effect

On Aug 22, 2012, at 12:12 PM, Scott Daniel - Turbovans wrote:

> I am strongly against premium fuel in stock vanagons.
> If you want more octane use mid-grade.
> if it doesn't ping, you're ok.

I have to say I'm a bit confused. I run a higher octane in my '87GL because to label next to the filler says (in several languages) to use a min. octane of 91. That would be premium, at least here in Indiana.

Have I been wasting my money?

Mark K
1986 GL/2WD/4SPD "Abe"
1991 GL/2WD/4SPD "Ruby" (sold)