Thread: Why do ppl say that octane doesn't make a difference?
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Old 08-22-2005, 03:15 AM
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30 yrs ago.... OK, over 30 yrs ago, we used 110 octane aviation fuel in the Navy propeller planes. higher octane prevents premature detonation (pinging) - used to see Ferrari,Cobra, and other exotic car owners gassing up at the local airport in NJ - engine temperature was measured at the cylinder with the least cooling effect - was taught 180 deg was ideal
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