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Mix 87 and 93 depending on the season, and live with timing pull. | 0 | 0% | |
Spend $900 on a flexfuel kit with tune, and mix 87 and E85 depending on the season. | 0 | 0% | |
Install 4 0.3mm check valve jets in intake manifold. Activate at 50-75% of max boost. Run 87. | 1 | 100.00% | |
Install pre-turbo nozzle. Run 87. | 0 | 0% | |
Install bigger FMIC. Run 87. | 0 | 0% | |
Multiple Choice Poll. Voters: 1. You may not vote on this poll |
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Which step for avoiding detonation on 87?
I just purchased a 1.4L turbocharged vehicle that is tuned at the factory for 87 octane, but during the summer, will pull timing even on 93 due to knock. I am not looking for “more power”, but simply looking to not have timing pulled. I understand that 87 and performance don't mix, but the wife may be driving the car, so I want 87 as the baseline if she fills up.
I am considering the following five choices. I own the necessary parts for the water/meth kit, as well as enough meth to keep the kit fed for 2 years. |
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Re: Which step for avoiding detonation on 87?
All water injection that actually does something, i.e. provides a high enough water to fuel ratio, needs a retune.
Without adapted ignition timing, it will actually reduce power. You could add a FMIC spray as an alternative. This won’t require a retune. Flexfuel is also a good choice. |
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Re: Which step for avoiding detonation on 87?
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