Date: 02 Nov 1999 01:50:31 GMT From: saab85900nopsamcom (Saab85900) Subject: Re: Fuel additives question?
>Is it a good idea to use fuel injection cleaners in your fuel in lew of a >full >service cleaning. Yes-- the same chemicals that keep the injectors clean cause buildup of carbon on the backs of the intake valves, and a good additive will help control this. Techron is very decent, and won't hurt anything. AMSOIL PI and BG 44K are better. > I usually use >Amoco reular grade fuel does that also make a difference? I have been told >by >many different people that I should use Premium gas, I dont have a turbo so >should I? Using premium if you don't need it is a waste of money and can cause problems in some cases. Ford has issued tech bulletins warning that using higher octane than recommended can cause carbon deposits to be formed. Dick in Falls Church