Fuel - diesel / petrol - RON - Aus / Euro???

[h100vw]

I think every VW made since 74 can run on unleaded of the correct octane without modification.

On another note my Seat Ibiza GTI and Audi seem to run OK on the ULP plus stuff that I can get up near Sir Don Bradman on Marion road. I have to admit that since chipping the Ibiza it runs much better on 98 like ultimate and V power.

My driving is so varied, traffic as well as open road, that it is tough to say whether one gives better economy over another.

Gavin

[DutchAussie]

I think every VW made since 74 can run on unleaded of the correct octane without modification.

On another note my Seat Ibiza GTI and Audi seem to run OK on the ULP plus stuff that I can get up near Sir Don Bradman on Marion road. I have to admit that since chipping the Ibiza it runs much better on 98 like ultimate and V power.

My driving is so varied, traffic as well as open road, that it is tough to say whether one gives better economy over another.

Gavin

Thanks for the info. I am updating my Website for information on Petrol, Diesel, Biofuels and Lubricants. Initially I will provide Mobil information, but to be fair to the other companies they will also be included.

Keep an eye on my site as I am updating daily.

I hope to eventually put a Fuels & Lubricants FAQ together from all the questions asked in various forums.

Regards,

Arie

[syncro]

I think every VW made since 74 can run on unleaded of the correct octane without modification.

Gavin

That is 100% correct.

[Rednut]

i put $30 of mobil's E10 fuel in today.. i think it'll be the last time!! i swear ive lost at least 20% torque..

[DutchAussie]

i put $30 of mobil's E10 fuel in today.. i think it'll be the last time!! i swear ive lost at least 20% torque..

Rednut,

I am not aware of any E10. What is it? I presume it contains 10 % Ethanol?

What were you using before?

I presume you are in NSW?

As far as I am aware Mobil only sells:

Synergy 2000, 6000 and 8000 petrol.

Arie

[syncro]

i put $30 of mobil's E10 fuel in today.. i think it'll be the last time!! i swear ive lost at least 20% torque..

Ethanol has a higher octane rating, but a lower calorific value than petrol. So the fuel produces less power than 98.

[DutchAussie]

Ethanol has a higher octane rating, but a lower calorific value than petrol. So the fuel produces less power than 98.

Do the Mobil Service Stations in NSW have Ethanol blended petrol?

It is not on their Website.

Arie

[syncro]

Do the Mobil Service Stations in NSW have Ethanol blended petrol?

Arie

Don't think so.

Not really interested anyway. Not good for old cars. (Very corrosive)

[BlackVr6ix]

Not recommended for alloy engines. i've tried it a few times, noticable power increase when using bp 100, but engine runs hotter and uses more fuel.

not worth it IMHO.

[Golf Loon]

i put $30 of mobil's E10 fuel in today.. i think it'll be the last time!! i swear ive lost at least 20% torque..

Put 95octane or higer in that car you Nut.