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Gero
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Put me in the camp for higher octane fuel while towing. I live less than 5 miles from work, so I run either 93 octane E10 or...
May 28, 2024
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From my understanding, the timing algorithm for 89 octane is default, meaning that that timing is baseline unless the knock sensors...
May 28, 2024
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I tried it... made absolutely no difference. I run 87 octane all the time. My 2014 pulled about the same sized trailer over 25,000 of...
May 20, 2024
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My manual states: 6.4L ENGINE Do not use E-85 flex fuel or ethanol blends greater than 15% in this engine. This engine is designed to...
May 20, 2024
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I should have clarified that I meant to just go by what the owners manual recommends. I don't know what the manual says to use for the...
May 20, 2024
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I always run 91-93 oct when I plan on towing and I wouldn't run anything less than 89 oct recommended in the owners manual, again, when...
May 20, 2024
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My manual for my 2013 5.7 states regarding 89 octane fuel: "...engine is designed to meet all emissions regulations and provide...
May 20, 2024
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^^^ this Pre-detonation and lugging the engine can destroy an engine while towing. Use fuel with enough octane and enable the Tow/Haul...
May 18, 2024
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Yes, it's worth it. Especially, going uphill with those gears. If you can't afford the $ you shouldn't go. I've been as low as 6 mpg...
May 18, 2024
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I've used 89 and 91 before and I really can't notice anything other than the psychological aspect. Burning 30L/100km means refuel every...
May 18, 2024
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I'm not concerned about MPG when towing, and you're drinking so much fuel with that trailer that any tiny gains you get from octane will...
May 18, 2024
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Unlikely to have any pre-drilled holes, etc. as 5.7' beds are really not meant to be paired with 5th wheels.... could be an uphill...
May 18, 2024
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I really enjoy my 2017 5.7 8spd 3.21 4wd. The only mod is a ppe pan and timbren in the rear. The truck is easy to work on and if you...
May 18, 2024
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2019 Laramie Hemi 4x4 3.92 totally stock except for adjustable rear shocks and Cap. Tows perfectly a 31.5 foot trailer. Hitch weight...
May 18, 2024
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Has anyone tested their towing mpg with these two octane rated fuel? I'm curious to know if it's worth the extra 8bucks to add 89octane...
May 18, 2024
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