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On 3/03/2022 at 9:09 AM, Dairusire said:If you don't believe the marketing either, my ethanol content sensor in my Type RA confirmed that too lol
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4 hours ago, newsuba said:
NPD is ethanol free but to get that 100 they use additives in greater than the recommended dosage.
This was covered months/years (?) ago when NPD 100 was first introduced and discussed.
he's right you know (from 2018)
On 1/11/2018 at 1:47 PM, Loren said:Unless tuned to take advantage of the higher knock resistance, you are running a fuel that is less willing to burn and might have less energy than BP98.
If you have a Jap spec ecu that was tuned to 100 octane... then awesome.
was a fun wee search
from the same thread
On 29/10/2018 at 11:35 PM, GC8E2DD said:and
On 6/09/2019 at 10:23 PM, SpeedySub said:I have been running my 3.0 Outback for the last week.
I try to usually run 98, but most times its a blend of 98 and 95 depending where I am when I need to refuel.
This week I have driven just over 500kms mostly around town and at a couple of times on a short trip down the motorway and a few 80km roads.
With the NPD 100+ the car is running about .5km/l better fuel consumption, could be better if more highway/motorway driving was done.
The engine definitely runs smoother and has picked up some pep at lower revs, also it runs about 1 notch cooler on the temp gauge.
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s*** yeah : thats why I love forums (vs Facebook Mechanic groups) actual real world info and credibility!
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true true : awesome
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next question : did anyone ever verify the "Ethanol is bad for your fuel lines" warnings?
I understand from a quick google that's where the extra 2 RON's are coming from?
(I'm always learning)
On 17/01/2019 at 1:28 PM, boon said:EDIT: I am dumb. This is what Subaru NZ said about it roughly 18 months ago:
Ethanol suitability for Subarus
Most Subarus purchased new in New Zealand since 1990 are capable of running on the ethanol blended fuel now being introduced to the local market.
However any Japanese domestic specification models which have been imported here second hand (i.e.). second hand Japanese imports - should not be run on the ethanol blended fuel.
These cars are only suitable for 3 percent blended fuels. The fuel being sold in New Zealand has a 10 percent ethanol blend.
The 10 percent ethanol blended fuel could cause damage to the fuel line, fuel injector sealing, fuel pump or fuel regulator of these second hand Japanese imports. The fumes from the blended fuel after combustion can also have a harmful effect on the catalytic converter, the exhaust gas regulator and the muffler.
Those Subarus which can use the 10 percent ethanol blended fuel have a 17 digit VIN number beginning with either JF1 or JF2. The VIN number can be found at the bottom of the central door pillar on the passenger’s side of the car or in the engine bay.
The second hand Japanese imports which should not use the ethanol blended fuel have VIN numbers starting with 7A8.
A small number of models sold new in New Zealand cannot use the 10 percent blended fuel. They are.-
Legacy RS, Legacy GT, Legacy GTB, Legacy RSK and Legacy Blitzen from 1990 onwards; the Impreza STI from 1997 onwards and the Forester STI. They do not have JF1 or JF2 VIN numbers.
Owners who are not sure if they can use the ethanol-blended fuel in their car should consult their nearest Subaru Authorised Dealer.
In Summary
DO NOT USE Ethanol Blended Fuel - E5 or E10 if your car is:
- A Subaru with VIN Number that starts with 7A8, or
- Second hand Japanese imported Subaru, or
- A New Zealand New Subaru that is any of these models:
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Impreza STI -
Forester STI
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where is 100 cheaper? I want to be there
(I also wish I had a Subaru to daily
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98 all dae
any less is false economy
95 has to work harder to move the same lump = more gas used which overrides any savings at the pump
do a few tanks & find out
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I'm gunna assume you'd prefer 4 doors? for that price
be lucky to fins a 2 dr eh, and a Wagon isn't quite as neat to some?
saw a 238km Bugeye Wag on the FB just before will try find the post otherwise
GC be the dream but any particular 'version'?
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I had to go looking for them the album starts here : https://www.facebook.com/flatnats/posts/5580745691940734
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12 hours ago, newsuba said:
pix
here's a teaser from another forum members FB
soz not seen any Playday (or even FN pix as of yet
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from the pics i saw there were some fancy Machines there!
A white F1 road car of somesort
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2 hours ago, Serchn said:
Are they doing a non track meet?
nope : got something in mind? make a suggestion?& might be a bit late to try & make it happen sorry
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(some it seems are just finding out about Toyota's Buy in, in recent decades
Quote"Toyota is boosting its stake in Subaru to about a fifth of the smaller automaker, as Japan's biggest car company arms itself for a future of self-driving vehicles, electric cars and evolving transport services."
SUPPLIEDAs well as increasing its stake in Subaru, Toyota also announced the two companies will develop a successor to the 86/BRZ.
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or Harley loud Pipes
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kooky eh : those "What if's" and some people learn the hard way
yet when we try to warn them "oh noes you're the Fun police"
(like "some" not getting a cert for certain things yet technically required for a select common mods like this, and yes I know Tails are not a cert item I'm alluding to others that I'm not specifying)
such a BIG little word with only two letters
IF
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On 11/02/2022 at 4:34 PM, Bugeye01WRX said:
just forget about tinting the rear stop lights
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how intrusive is it? too new for me
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Playday on Track are going ahead with the Manfeild track day on Sat 19 Feb but due to NZ going to Red, the event's now limited to 100 people as per Govt rulesEntry is now only for those who've paid to track their cars. There are no spectators allowed, no pit crews, no support people etc.... Car sharing (more than 1 driver) is also no longer allowed. It's 1 driver per car
If any of the above changes things for those already entered, then PM the page
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On 19/01/2022 at 8:54 AM, Joker said:
just don't tell anyone ok?
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yeah nah no clues whatsoever on most cars hah
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unfortunately with todays WOF system it "may" be on the fail list
just don't tell anyone ok?
a bit like an AT>MT swap : you 'can get away with it, and every step IS ok except playing with the Brake pedal
here the VIRM does state
(reasons for rejection) : and you have improved performance...
Modification (Note 1)
41. A modification affects a brake or braking performance, and:
a) is not excluded from the requirements for LVV specialist certification (Table 8-1-1), and
b) is missing proof of LVV specialist or accepted overseas certification, ie:
i. the vehicle is not fitted with a valid LVV certification plate, or
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technically speaking Yep
you're quite unlucky to be pulled up on it though!
quite the discussion point
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(I'm always learning)
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What Octane Fuel to Use? (2002 Twin Turbo B4)
in Legacy & Outback
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Holy s*** near $3.40 for 98 tonight $120 to fill the Avenger!