Hi Neil,

        I'm a bit confused by your answer.  It's me for sure!  Are you saying that the fuel lines in my van, if appropriate for regular gas from the 198's  is now likely to fail with modern gas? 

My engine compartment fuel lines were change this past June by a kit from Ken Wilford so I'm assuming I'm ok but it would be good to know.

Also, still wondering about any possible benefits or dangers in using either premium gass or Stable Blue.

Eric Caron 
85 GL Westfalia Auto   
On Dec 14, 2013, at 2:51 PM, Neil N <musomuso@gmail.com> wrote:

> I would suggest that one possible concern are the fuel hoses you're
> using. This has been commented on before. Info should be in the
> archives.
> 
> I don't recall the exact PN etc but search Gates online and find fuel
> injection rated (higher PSI) hose that is rated for ethanol blended
> fuel. I installed Gates 5/16" hose on my '88 and '81. The '81 has a
> different engine but in terms of fuel hose, not really a factor. No
> leaks and neither seem adversely affected so far.
> 
> I've used fuel sourced in US and Canada. Up here, some pumps state "up
> to 10% ethanol" others may not show any percentage but of that I'm not
> certain.
> 
> Neil
> 
> On 12/14/13, Eric Caron <ecaron1@comcast.net> wrote:
> 
>> I've been told by most folks that using regular in my van is the way to go.
>> But I've also read about concerns about lower octane in regular due to the
>> ethanol additives.
> 
>> Your thoughts on gas are greatly appreciated.
> 
> 
> 
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> Neil n
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