View Poll Results: Why do you use fuel additives? (if you do)
Treating ethanol related issues
4
22.22%
Increase octane rating
0
0%
Improve gas mileage
0
0%
Clean fuel system and engine
6
33.33%
Keep gas fresh
7
38.89%
Increase engine power and performance
0
0%
I do not use an additive
1
5.56%
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Why do you use a fuel additive? (If you do..)
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Can't see "Increase octane rating" Its a well know fact that using High test gas on any machine that does not call for it is just a total waste of money.
Fact or Fiction?: Premium Gasoline Delivers Premium Benefits to Your Car - Scientific American
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Paying a Premium for High Octane Gasoline? | Consumer Information
Fact or Fiction?: Premium Gasoline Delivers Premium Benefits to Your Car - Scientific American
"The compression ratio is fixed by the designer of the engine," Green says. "The regular fuel will burn properly and the premium fuel will burn properly and therefore there is no reason you should pay the extra money."
Other automotive fuels, such as ethanol, can also offer high octane ratings, allowing oil companies to use more volatile gasoline in such blends. But for standard cars on the road today, purchasing premium gasoline is simply paying a premium for a fuel that delivers no added benefits. "If you think you need it," Green says, "you're being very eccentric."
Paying a Premium for High Octane Gasoline? | Consumer Information
Unless it’s recommended by your owner’s manual, don’t spend the money on high octane gas. In most cases, there’s no benefit. Higher octane helps only if you have problems with your engine “knocking.”
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4 oz - STA-BILŽ 360° Protection Powersports (treats up to 7 gallons)
10mL - 303Ž Aerospace Protectant
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I also use Sta-bil and Sea foam for gasoline storage and cleaning. Since I have been using these products, I have yet to have fuel related problems. And some of my engines have sat, unused for as long as 6 months. Before I started using these additives, I was regularly rebuilding/cleaning the carbs on my machines.
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