Regular Gas?

lww · 06-05-2009, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by g96818

are you high?

Yes... yes I am.

LennyZCSD · 03-23-2013, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by leepeen

When i picked up my 370z at the dealership, they've also filled my Z's tank with 89

octane gas, eventhough the minimum recommendation for octane usage is 91.

However, i don't think it damaged my engine at all, but i can ensure you that when you

fill your Z's tank with 91 octane, you can feel minor improvement compare to 89.(only if

you are extreamly sensitive person.)Personally, i put premium gas(94octane) everytime i

fill my Z's tank, and i can feel way better power than 89 octane. Occasionally, i put

Lucas octane booster with premium gas(94), which it might be raise the octane number

up to 98(approxi), and it makes me think that i've moded my Z

eventhough it's 100% stock. Just opinion

Dealers are BS,,, I caught them going to put in oil from a barrel in my Z on an oil change, Put a quick stop to that. I am glad I always hang around when someone it messing with my Z

KERMIT · 03-23-2013, 10:46 PM

This will require a bit more explanation... But

If you are running MBT timing and have margin before you are knock limited, then you can safely run a lower octane fuel. However, this may be easy at light loads but at higher loads (and especially at low speed) knock will occur. Once your knock sensors detect it, timing will be retarded and engine efficiency will be reduced. All in an effort to save your engine.

122554 · 03-23-2013, 11:14 PM

You paid how much for your Z and you're worried about a couple of $$ per tank?

dP3NGU1N · 03-24-2013, 12:52 AM

It's always fun to see a four year old argument get brought back to life....

nmjaxx9 · 03-24-2013, 04:31 PM

if you not fillin her up with 93 then you are taking shortcuts.

b15 · 03-24-2013, 05:36 PM

I had a VQ in my '08 Altima and always ran it on premium. Will be doing the same for the Z too. The difference in only about $4-5 per fill up which shouldn't break the bank considering the price tag of the Z...

03-23-2013, 10:46 PM	#48 (permalink)
KERMIT Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Republic of Wadiya Posts: 301 Drives: Ms. Daisy Rep Power: 13	This will require a bit more explanation... But If you are running MBT timing and have margin before you are knock limited, then you can safely run a lower octane fuel. However, this may be easy at light loads but at higher loads (and especially at low speed) knock will occur. Once your knock sensors detect it, timing will be retarded and engine efficiency will be reduced. All in an effort to save your engine. __________________ Steering wheel with Z emblem, keyless entry, 3.7L with dual overhead cams, am/fm radio, ABS brakes, windshield, air in tires

03-23-2013, 11:14 PM	#49 (permalink)
122554 Track Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: My own world Posts: 506 Drives: 2010 Nismo Rep Power: 13	You paid how much for your Z and you're worried about a couple of $$ per tank? __________________ I don't normally drink beer, but when I do....i drink a lot!

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03-24-2013, 12:52 AM	#50 (permalink)
dP3NGU1N A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Irvine Posts: 1,682 Drives: 13 PW sport 6mt Rep Power: 18	It's always fun to see a four year old argument get brought back to life....

03-24-2013, 04:31 PM	#51 (permalink)
nmjaxx9 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: Middletown, Ct Posts: 5,853 Drives: 2011 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 25	if you not fillin her up with 93 then you are taking shortcuts.

03-24-2013, 05:36 PM	#52 (permalink)
b15 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Chicago Posts: 3,229 Drives: 4drz Rep Power: 36571	I had a VQ in my '08 Altima and always ran it on premium. Will be doing the same for the Z too. The difference in only about $4-5 per fill up which shouldn't break the bank considering the price tag of the Z...