Since so many people still have yet to understand what Octane is....and how octane ratings work, I thought I'd bring to light a little information about octane, Knock Retard, and the misconception of putting Race Fuel in a car that does NOT require it.
I've pulled several sources from the Web into one thread.
Now, Granted....this is a lengthy read, but please take the time to read this and understand what they are saying. You will get a better grasp on what your car needs relating to Knock...
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The following is a post made by a member of a 3000GT/Stealth forum I am a part of. It helps explain the whole backpressure myth, along with several other principles. Its a long read, but it will teach you a lot.
Source: http://www.3sgto.org/f2/billowing-hot-air-brief-analysis-fluid-dynamics-exhaust-systems-5171.html
Without further ado...here she is...I used a few people in it so I'd like to give credit to Brian (reptile), Jay (abrasive), Dave (trannyman95), 02BlueGT, ZZPerformance for all the products and belt listings, and Lee (IndeedSS) for the cam specs and comparo pics, and Nick, (01GTP) for the Header thread.
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The reason for this thread...is not that I am tired of helping people, it is just that I am just tired of...