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Old 10-23-2005 | 11:36 PM
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what fuel requirements do the 575 sci's need ? can they be run on 89 octane ?
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Old 10-24-2005 | 08:45 AM
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Mine is modified with 7PSI intercooled boost, so I never run less than 93. I have run in on an 89/93 mix, when/where on the water 93 wasn't available. I just stay out of the boost range.
Regarding your motor, even if it's stock, I wouldn't. I recall (don't have mine handy) the factory Merc manual recommends 91/92 octane. Pump gas does vary in quality. I would rather be slightly high on octane on a supercharged motor, than low, anytime.
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Old 10-24-2005 | 04:30 PM
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same here,,
have 700 hp 575's and i run best ocatne can get
never under 91 unless have to get home and its crisis and i have octane boost with me to mix in if in a pinch like that..
only happened once.. and i didnt lay into it as u cant hear if starts pinging..

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Originally Posted by Steve Zuckerman
Sonic:
Mine is modified with 7PSI intercooled boost, so I never run less than 93. I have run in on an 89/93 mix, when/where on the water 93 wasn't available. I just stay out of the boost range.
Regarding your motor, even if it's stock, I wouldn't. I recall (don't have mine handy) the factory Merc manual recommends 91/92 octane. Pump gas does vary in quality. I would rather be slightly high on octane on a supercharged motor, than low, anytime.
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Old 10-25-2005 | 02:22 PM
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Default Re: 03 575 sci fuel requirements ?

Originally Posted by 26sonic
what fuel requirements do the 575 sci's need ? can they be run on 89 octane ?
The first answer is 91

The second is yes, at your own peril.
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