Blown engine in your future?
10-09-2018, 06:12 PM
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Blown engine in your future?
10-09-2018, 09:29 PM
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But the EPA says it's "safe to use in VIRTUALLY all vehicles 2001 and newer," whatever the hell that means...
In all seriousness as of now it seems we still get a choice at the pump. Hopefully there doesn't come a time when we're forced to use it. I already pay another dollar a gallon for REC90 in my Superhawk because I don't ride it nearly as often as I drive my car and because f$&k the EPA...
In all seriousness as of now it seems we still get a choice at the pump. Hopefully there doesn't come a time when we're forced to use it. I already pay another dollar a gallon for REC90 in my Superhawk because I don't ride it nearly as often as I drive my car and because f$&k the EPA...
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10-12-2018, 05:55 AM
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We've had between E10-E15 in all gasoline, even premium, here in the States for years. I wouldn't be too worried.....
If you still are, you can find the nearest non-ethanol gas station here https://www.pure-gas.org/
If you still are, you can find the nearest non-ethanol gas station here https://www.pure-gas.org/
10-12-2018, 05:59 AM
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We've had between E10-E15 in all gasoline, even premium, here in the States for years. I wouldn't be too worried.....
If you still are, you can find the nearest non-ethanol gas station here https://www.pure-gas.org/
If you still are, you can find the nearest non-ethanol gas station here https://www.pure-gas.org/
"Blow up" a motor? Well no... Damage fuel system, cause tuning issues, decrease power YES
10-12-2018, 06:12 AM
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We've had between E10-E15 in all gasoline, even premium, here in the States for years. I wouldn't be too worried.....
If you still are, you can find the nearest non-ethanol gas station here https://www.pure-gas.org/
If you still are, you can find the nearest non-ethanol gas station here https://www.pure-gas.org/
10-12-2018, 06:20 AM
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10-12-2018, 05:11 PM
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Can't speak for the US, but here in Canada, much of our gas is/contains "up to 10% ethanol". The marine engine association and snowmobile manufacturers association (and other "small engine" manufacturers) have carried out extensive testing on E15 in recent years and the verdict is clear and unequivocal: it kills engines (the additional leaning caused by the ethanol is enough to push things over the edge). Virtually all small engines are approved for up to E10, you're on your own with E15.
Just another totally asinine move by people who should know better.
I have not heard of any move to do the same here in Canada and it hope it stays that way...
Just another totally asinine move by people who should know better.
I have not heard of any move to do the same here in Canada and it hope it stays that way...
10-18-2018, 01:38 PM
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we have ethanol in US gas because our farm subsidies and economics are completely out of control and so the government agreed to buy surplus corn from farmers, and didn't know what to do with it. As a result there is a huge industry of how to put corn into everything that we own. It's in our sugar, and now it's in our gas tanks. I wouldn't call it a "renewable" fuel because it costs a significant amount MORE petrol to grow it than the energy you get out of it by putting it in your tank. It's a waste, and it's pretty crap for your fuel system.
11-01-2018, 03:12 AM
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In Oz we have E10 as well as 91, 95 , and 98 with no ethanol at the bowsers.
I live in a district that has a huge ethanol plant and it stinks . The smell is obnoxious and I sold up and moved further away .
I run the Storm on 95 and use a valve saver lubricant every fill.
When E10 first came on the market a lot of people complained about it however , I do use E10 in cars !
I consider us to be lucky here .
I live in a district that has a huge ethanol plant and it stinks . The smell is obnoxious and I sold up and moved further away .
I run the Storm on 95 and use a valve saver lubricant every fill.
When E10 first came on the market a lot of people complained about it however , I do use E10 in cars !
I consider us to be lucky here .
11-03-2018, 08:05 AM
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After reading a thread on the Bobistheoilguy forum and doing some additional research on the matter, I stated adding a small amount of two-stroke oil at every fill-up. In addition to helping with top-end wear (upper cylinder and valvetrain), it also helps with ring sealing, giving a small boost in power. The detergents are also said to keep everything clean.
11-03-2018, 10:39 AM
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After reading a thread on the Bobistheoilguy forum and doing some additional research on the matter, I stated adding a small amount of two-stroke oil at every fill-up. In addition to helping with top-end wear (upper cylinder and valvetrain), it also helps with ring sealing, giving a small boost in power. The detergents are also said to keep everything clean.
https://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forum...Number=1107478
11-03-2018, 11:12 AM
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Wow that's very interesting. Is this the same thread you were referring to or is there a different one?
https://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forum...Number=1107478
https://www.bobistheoilguy.com/forum...Number=1107478
Here is one of the threads that got the ball rolling: Been testing Oil
Can't be against free horsepower, smoother running and better wear protection, can you?
11-03-2018, 01:18 PM
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The valve saver lubricant every fill has become and OCD with me .
I feel guilty if I don't do it, one thing that it seems to do is lessen valve adjustments. I check the valves as part of my maintenance routine and have only used two shims in 60,000 Klms.
Happy with that !
I feel guilty if I don't do it, one thing that it seems to do is lessen valve adjustments. I check the valves as part of my maintenance routine and have only used two shims in 60,000 Klms.
Happy with that !
11-03-2018, 03:19 PM
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The valve saver lubricant every fill has become and OCD with me .
I feel guilty if I don't do it, one thing that it seems to do is lessen valve adjustments. I check the valves as part of my maintenance routine and have only used two shims in 60,000 Klms.
Happy with that !
I feel guilty if I don't do it, one thing that it seems to do is lessen valve adjustments. I check the valves as part of my maintenance routine and have only used two shims in 60,000 Klms.
Happy with that !
11-09-2018, 06:26 AM
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Manual states 86 octane and up. I've used 87 since day one, never any detonation and it's never run "better" on the expensive stuff.
11-10-2018, 11:02 AM
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well, I took the plunge and ordered some valve saver fluid. Having spent significant money on this last rebuild (which will be its last) and with the engine (indeed the entire bike) running incredibly well, I want to do everything I can to make it last, which includes keeping the valvetrain fresh and tight.
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