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Octane Boosters

Old Nov 25, 2001 | 08:06 AM
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Octane Boosters

Does anyone use these products? I just dropped a bottle of 108+ in my fuel tank and notice the car does pull harder. What are the Pro's and Con's of this product?

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Old Nov 25, 2001 | 08:33 AM
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The manual says not to use all those additives stuff
Old Nov 25, 2001 | 10:48 AM
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that stuff wears out engine seals quicker from what I hear....
Old Nov 25, 2001 | 12:10 PM
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ahh...

downside? needing your injectors rebuilt or new ones. - not cheap! even the Nissan approved additive is supposed to be heavily diluted from what I was told. Like 1/4 to 1/2 what is specifed on the bottle.
Old Dec 2, 2001 | 12:54 AM
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Since the engine uses it's most "aggressive" spark timing with 91 octane fuel, there's really nothing to be gained by going any higher. The only exception might be if you're driving in extremely hot conditions (i.e. death valley)

Plus, most of the ones sold in auto parts stores will send you shopping for a new fuel injection system.
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