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Old Aug 31, 2005 | 01:14 AM
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Just how inportant is it to run with high octane fuel in a VR4 Turbo?
 
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Old Aug 31, 2005 | 01:25 PM
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it will cause detonation problems if you run cheap fuel
 
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Old Aug 31, 2005 | 07:33 PM
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The ECU will compensate for low octane fuel by pulling the timing a bit. You will lose alot of performance using low octane. Spend the extra 6 bucks/tank and put the proper fuel in your car. It will love you for it.
 
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