going on a 2,200 mile trip soon
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cmiles97, I used 93 octane (10% ethanol) for this trip. Since the manual specifically calls for 91+ for towing, high heat, and extended trips, I figured to be error on the side of caution.
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Oil additives are only marketed because folks will buy them. not because they're useful. Typically pushed by jiffy lube type places to increase profits. Surprised any legit Ford dealer would push or even consider them. Maybe the dealer isn't quite that legit? Oil and filter change is scheduled every 10,000 miles. Synthetic and synthetic-blend motor oil doesn't break down like conventional oil and 10,000 mile service is actually conservative and fail-safe. Overkill always works, though, and oil is cheap. I have an oil extraction pump and tank used mainly for inboard boat engines that will suck a gallon or more of oil out the dipstick tube in a few minutes allowing the oil to be changed without getting dirty between scheduled dealer 10K mile services. Great for my old Tecumseh lawn mower that doesn't have an oil filter and requires an oil change a couple times a season.
It's indisputable that the EcoBoost engines produce more power and have better fuel economy with octanes higher than 87 but for me it's not worth the cost. Truck runs fine and tows my 5000+ pound trailer without effort here in the eastern mountains on 87 octane -- and I've tried it with 93 with no noticeable difference other than it costs more. Towing 9000 pound may be different.
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It's indisputable that the EcoBoost engines produce more power and have better fuel economy with octanes higher than 87 but for me it's not worth the cost. Truck runs fine and tows my 5000+ pound trailer without effort here in the eastern mountains on 87 octane -- and I've tried it with 93 with no noticeable difference other than it costs more. Towing 9000 pound may be different.
-- Chuck
an octane war, that there is FUNNY
nothing funnier than reality !!!
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Impressive numbers on your trip Cul...!! I've taken several trips in mine and the truck has always impressed.
You mention the manual.....some don't read it, others can't comprehend but kudo's to you for commenting AFTER you read the manual instead of guessing!
jeff
You mention the manual.....some don't read it, others can't comprehend but kudo's to you for commenting AFTER you read the manual instead of guessing!
jeff
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Bobmbx, I was looking to find ethanol free fuel, but I couldn't find any MO, IL, IN, OH, PA, NJ, NY, and CT all had 10% ethanol.
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MrSticker, I followed the link and looked at half of the states I drive thru and the stations with pure gas don't seem to be known, top tier stations. I wouldn't use those stations, unless I was on fumes.
Murphy Express. Its Wal-Marts' gas station. Most of them sell it. Also, check any marina's around you. They sell pure gas for boats; its the same stuff.
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I wouldn't worry too much about buying at non-Name brands when you are buying pure gas. The nationals all fall in line with the State(insert name here) to keep the peace. Everyone's happy. The independents don't have reputations outside their service areas so it's not hard for them to operate.
Ouch on buying boat-gas. I've lived on the water for most of my life and if you think that gas on dry land is expensive, then treat yourself to the 80 cent to 1.00 premium(or more) for boat gas or gas bought at a gas dock. It has been this way on the Bay since I was a kid....six years ago I was paying 4.50 for gasing my boat when "dry" gas was 3.25. Ours is the only gas dock for several miles so they gouge a bit. I wonder what it's up to now?
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Ouch on buying boat-gas. I've lived on the water for most of my life and if you think that gas on dry land is expensive, then treat yourself to the 80 cent to 1.00 premium(or more) for boat gas or gas bought at a gas dock. It has been this way on the Bay since I was a kid....six years ago I was paying 4.50 for gasing my boat when "dry" gas was 3.25. Ours is the only gas dock for several miles so they gouge a bit. I wonder what it's up to now?
jeff
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