Are there any benefits to using higher octane gas
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Are there any benefits to using higher octane gas
Even if your engine doesnt need it? I know I can use 87 with no problems but I have been using 93 for the past 3 years. I dont feel any difference other than a lighter wallet but does higher octane do anything good for engines at all, even if not needed?
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If it runs fine on 87 you are literally throwing away money. IF it were an engine that was designed for 93 but detunes itself for use with 87 you would see a small performance increase with 93. Whatever it says in the manual, use that.