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Old 12-04-2013, 08:09 AM   #5 (permalink)
Chuck33079
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Originally Posted by Gene's Z View Post
Does anyone use 87 octane fuel on a regular basis? I tried one tank and didn't notice any knocking or any other ill effects but I hesitate do use it regularly. Any thoughts would be appreciated
You do realize there's a reason they tell you to use premium, right? It's not a conspiracy between Nissan and Big Oil. The car will knock on cheap gas until it dials back enough timing to run safely. Knocking is never good, and pulling all that timing out loses power.
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