Narg
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Just FYI, It's my understanding octane does not increase power. That's not what octane is about.
From https://www.amsoil.com/newsstand/articles/high-octane-gas-boost-performance/
When motorists see premium 91-octane gas at the pump, they may assume it contains higher energy content compared to regular 87-octane gas. After all, “high-octane” is often synonymous with increased power and performance. The 91-octane gas should, they think, provide improved fuel economy and power. In fact, octane has nothing to do with energy content or quality – it’s a measurement of the gasoline’s ability to resist engine knock. Higher octane denotes greater knock control.
Also, I do know that using lower octane than needed can lower power, but not like you think. What happens then is knock sensors in the engine will adjust timing due to an increase in knocking from too low octane causing a lowering of power in some cases from wrong timing.
Also, if your engine is not running up to it's full capability and knocking due to an issue, knock could affect power from that same sensor issue. Might look into engine cleaning and a full checkout by a reputable service shop.
I agree with others here, the setup is too near load or possibly overloaded. (how much stuff is in the truck too?)
Lastly, in regards to your original post a Peddle Commander would do nothing for adding power. It just causes the normal power the engine can produce easier to manipulate through the peddle with lighter presses.
From https://www.amsoil.com/newsstand/articles/high-octane-gas-boost-performance/
When motorists see premium 91-octane gas at the pump, they may assume it contains higher energy content compared to regular 87-octane gas. After all, “high-octane” is often synonymous with increased power and performance. The 91-octane gas should, they think, provide improved fuel economy and power. In fact, octane has nothing to do with energy content or quality – it’s a measurement of the gasoline’s ability to resist engine knock. Higher octane denotes greater knock control.
Also, I do know that using lower octane than needed can lower power, but not like you think. What happens then is knock sensors in the engine will adjust timing due to an increase in knocking from too low octane causing a lowering of power in some cases from wrong timing.
Also, if your engine is not running up to it's full capability and knocking due to an issue, knock could affect power from that same sensor issue. Might look into engine cleaning and a full checkout by a reputable service shop.
I agree with others here, the setup is too near load or possibly overloaded. (how much stuff is in the truck too?)
Lastly, in regards to your original post a Peddle Commander would do nothing for adding power. It just causes the normal power the engine can produce easier to manipulate through the peddle with lighter presses.
