DeTomaso Mailing List: March 2000, Message #183

On Mon, 6 Mar 2000, Sedon, Doug (OD/ORS) wrote:
> as gas prices are escalating, i've wondered whether it is really necessary for
> me to use hi-octane gas in my stock-engined, 8.6:1-compression cj 351.  any
> comments as to whether i can use 87 or 89 octane gas w/this engine?  all my
> hi-po parts are still on the shelf in my basement!

I ran 87 in my mostly stock engine (when not on the track).

-Andy
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