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KERMIT · 02-18-2013, 09:49 PM

Octane is measuring a resistance to knock. If you increase this resistance without modifying your spark timing, it is a waste of money. Being able to advance spark timing closer to the MBT timing value is how extra performance is gained.

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KERMIT Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Republic of Wadiya Posts: 301 Drives: Ms. Daisy Rep Power: 13	Octane is measuring a resistance to knock. If you increase this resistance without modifying your spark timing, it is a waste of money. Being able to advance spark timing closer to the MBT timing value is how extra performance is gained.