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Old 08-15-2007 | 05:32 PM
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i have twin 500 hps carb motors with msd boxes and worked carbs, i run 87 octain would there be any gain running 89 as i do get alot of black on transome.
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Old 08-15-2007 | 06:41 PM
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If you run good and safe on 87, you'll get more soot with 89. It won't burm as hot or complete.
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Old 08-15-2007 | 07:39 PM
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The only benefit of running 89, is your wallet will be lighter to carry around.


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