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justgary 7,055
Ahhh, another octane thread.
I would use toluene as an octane booster since it is already in pump gas anyway.
Just keep in mind that a "point" in octane boost speak is a decimal point, or 0.1 octane boost. You need ten "points" to raise your octane one "number."
I think Sunoco sells drums of 104 octane unleaded for a little over $10 per gallon.
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dshack 174
1 hour ago, MikeR397 said:I expect some safety/gas design past 0% given how the tanks slosh around, but not 18 gallons worth!
It seems like it would be really easy for them to install a sensor at both ends of the tank and take the average reading. Or have a tilt sensor and do some math. The fuel gauge inaccuracy in all surf boats is crazy!
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ty151 19
Hey guys,
Noticed the throttle panel on my 2016 23 LSV is super loose and I can’t seem to find where it’s fastened so I can tighten it up? Any help is appreciated.
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Mhperry96 0
Requesting help to determine why 2022 25 lsv M6di engine overheated. 75 hrs on boat. 2 yrs old.
Ride was 45 minutes. Steady 25 MPH. When reached destination and idle speed, audible alarm sounded.
Display: Engine Coolant Temp High.
Steps taken:
1: Pulled impeller. It was fine. Replaced anyway
2 Checked strainer. It was loose.ish NOT hand tight. Moved when put my hand on it tighten. Strainer clear but plastic has visible spider cracks (likely front winter freeze). Took off, filled with water, no leaks. Could leak under pressure I suppose.
3 Coolant reservoir empty
4 No evidence of coolant spray under plastic engine cover. None on top of plastic valve covers. small pools of coolant on engine block on front side of engine between belt and raw water impeller. Also evidence of coolant pool on side of engine by heat exchanger. Checked all hose fitting. No movement and clamps were tight.
Questions: where does coolant go when it gets hot. No evidence it came out of the reservoir cap. Heat exchange maybe? Where is the pressure valve?
Dealer appointment set for next week but I like to fix things if I can.
Side bar question. What is the plastic cover labeled "RC". It was laying in the Blige area. Boat serviced by 2 dealers in last 3 months. 1 where I bought it and 1 local.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/RfPKPzifEKwb9uTh8
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oldjeep 13,946
41 minutes ago, Btown801 said:This is what Christensen oil in Utah lists the fuel as:
100 Octane Race Fuel
An alternate solution to using additives is to use 100 octane Unleaded Racing Gasoline. This is a street legal 100 octane unleaded gasoline that can be used in its pure form, or it can be blended with any street gasoline. You will always know what octane you end up with because we can provide you with a blending chart that helps you to determine that. In addition, if the 100 octane gasoline is used in its pure form, the engine will make additional power due to the "improved burn" characteristics. This is because 100 Unleaded Racing Gasoline contains a very select group of hydrocarbons that vaporize and burn much more readily than those found in conventional street gasoline. When more of the gasoline is burned in the combustion chamber, the engine makes more horsepower. This phenomenon is known as improved combustion efficiency.
Should work. 100 octane race gas - like $20 a gallon? Is there no premium fuel on that lake?
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