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>Date: Tue, 4 Aug 1998 22:33:58 EDT
>From: Boog318@aol.com
>Subject: Re: DML: Pinging
>Try a 180 thermostat. If that dosent help then bang the dealer doors down!
>Boog
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Before you make a fool of yourself in front of your dealer, read the
following clipped from Chevron Canada's web page.
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FROM CHEVRON CANADA'S WEB PAGE
How much octane do you need?
If you have an older car or a high performance car you may need a higher
octane gasoline to help prevent engine knocking and improve engine
performance.
Also, the conditions you're driving in can increase any car's octane
requirements.
For example:
Do you make a lot of short trips?
Do you drive in high temperatures?
Do you carry or pull heavy loads?
Do you drive in a low altitude area?
If you answered "Yes" to any of the above your vehicle may perform better
with a higher octane gasoline.
If your engine is knocking on a lower octane fuel, in most cases you could
expect an increase in power or fuel economy when you switch to a fuel with
higher octane.
Some late model cars equipped with electronic fuel management systems can
take advantage of higher octane gasolines.
Rob Agnew
ragnew@islandnet.com
Victoria, B.C.
Canada
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