If I am using 89 grade and then I switch back to 92, do I gain the power back? If I don't get the power back what do I do to retreive it? I have been doing this for quite some time, I switch from 92 to 89, but now I am going to use 92 since I read about the loss of power. And the reason I was switching was because 92 was expensive. Please tell me I can save my car.

 

Well, when you "lose power" from lower octane gas, it's not gone forever. When you go back to the proper grade, the power will be "found."

 

thanx alot, I was really worried that I lost the power permanently.

 

You got the answer you were looking for and didn't get flamed. so...

Your question wasn't so dumb - everyone has something to learn - but there sure as hell area lot of dumb answers out there if you ask enough questions.

Mark

 

Read this about octane and performance.

 

We were going over this shat in BioChem today..

Lower octanes just detonate sooner than higher octanes. Which is bad if the low ratings detonate prematurely, sometimes before the spark plug ignites it. This results in engine ping, or knock as its called, and large carbon build ups in the cylinders = shorter life!!


Switch back to what the vehicle was engineered to be burning, which is at least a premium gas. 89 is too low.

 

You obviously didnt read the article I just linked to...

 

NO IDIDNT CAUSE YOUR TOO DAMM QUICK FOR ME!!!!!

 

I dont feel that my post contradicts the article one bit if thats what your implying.

 

I am changing my spark plugs this weekend so what are they going to tell me about the fuel I put in my car?