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error3rror · 01-13-2020, 01:10 PM

I’m currently putting regular gas on my vehicle but I want to change to premium but I don’t know how to do it. And or if it’s safe. Do I wait until it’s on low gas?

Which gas do you use on your vehicle?

rickyrocket · 01-13-2020, 01:13 PM

V6 calls for regular,I had one for 3 yrs.only burned 87

error3rror · 01-13-2020, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by rickyrocket

V6 calls for regular,I had one for 3 yrs.only burned 87

87?

Dizzy82 · 01-13-2020, 01:30 PM

87 octane is regular. I’m tuned for 91 so I use premium.

error3rror · 01-13-2020, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Dizzy82

87 octane is regular. I’m tuned for 91 so I use premium.

I’m trying to switch gas because the check engine turns on every time I put gas on it and drive for a long time. So I’m trying to switch up if that will help with the sensors. I put reg on my vehicle. But I’m trying to switch to a different. But not sure which I should to and if it’s safe

Reaper85 · 01-13-2020, 02:11 PM

Yes it's safe. You can just add it when ever. It will mix in and after a couple fill ups it will be straight what ever octane your buying.

redcoats1976 · 01-13-2020, 02:12 PM

why not stop by a local auto parts store when the light goes on and get the error code?then you can give us the code number and get a better idea of whats going on.

VTXrider · 01-13-2020, 02:42 PM

maybe not putting on the gas cap right?

ChibiBlackSheep · 01-13-2020, 03:06 PM

I always recommend people run 91 or 93 in their v6. The high-octane map is much better tuned to that car. But run regular if you want.

Regardless of the octane you run, frequent oil changes are good since it's a direct-injection and fuel dilution of the oil is a concern.

CamaroBarb · 01-13-2020, 03:24 PM

My v6 runs much better on 93. Dealer says you can go to 5k miles on oil changes but by 3500 miles my oil is wasted with fuel and needs kachanging.

error3rror · 01-13-2020, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by CamaroBarb

My v6 runs much better on 93. Dealer says you can go to 5k miles on oil changes but by 3500 miles my oil is wasted with fuel and needs kachanging.

93? Would that be regular? I’m currently putting 87 reg. Would a v6 runs better on 93 or it really doesn’t matter?

spyderbuddy · 01-13-2020, 04:09 PM

personally Ive been running 93 in both my V6's
The Fuel Maps adjust for pinging, so the car pulls a lot of timing on 87

Rock-It Man · 01-13-2020, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by error3rror

I’m trying to switch gas because the check engine turns on every time I put gas on it and drive for a long time. So I’m trying to switch up if that will help with the sensors. I put reg on my vehicle. But I’m trying to switch to a different. But not sure which I should to and if it’s safe

This may be caused by a leaky gas cap.

Or it could be something else. But whatever it is, you're not going to fix it by spending money on premium gas.

You have to bite the bullet and go to a good repair shop or dealer. Cheaper in the long run.

HOJO · 01-13-2020, 08:16 PM

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Originally Posted by error3rror

93? Would that be regular? I’m currently putting 87 reg. Would a v6 runs better on 93 or it really doesn’t matter?

93 would be premium or in some places ultra premium. Yes in reality 93 would give better performance, would you actually notice? Maybe. But over all your computer will adjust for the fuel you are using.

01-13-2020, 01:10 PM	#1
error3rror Drives: 2011 Chevy Camaro LS Join Date: May 2016 Location: Texas Posts: 68	Premium gas or regular I’m currently putting regular gas on my vehicle but I want to change to premium but I don’t know how to do it. And or if it’s safe. Do I wait until it’s on low gas? Which gas do you use on your vehicle?

01-13-2020, 01:13 PM	#2
rickyrocket Drives: 2015 blk 1 SS Join Date: May 2012 Location: Coventry RI Posts: 1,309	V6 calls for regular,I had one for 3 yrs.only burned 87 __________________ 15 1 SS

01-13-2020, 01:30 PM	#4
Dizzy82 Drives: 2011 1LT/RS A6 RJT SuperCharged Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: 87114 Posts: 3,503 View My Garage	87 octane is regular. I’m tuned for 91 so I use premium. __________________ Power is worthless without control. *The 2nd* protects the 1st.** BMR sub frame brace, BMR tunnel brace, LSR sways, LSR CM ca & tl, Sphon ExD el, GM tower brace, Megan EZ Streets, Goodridge Stainless Steel Braided brake lines, PowerStop D/S rotors & pads, Doug Thorty Ceramic Shorties, Magnaflow x-pipe, MRT V2.0, KICKER PowerStage sub & amp, Infinity speakers & tweeters, Viteese Throttle Controller, Viteese Paddle Shifters, ACS T2 Splitter, ACS T2 Ports/Quad LED lights, VDI kit, Havoc diffuser, IPF ECU/TRANS tuned, IPF/KPE Supercharged. 364RWHP/297RWTQ

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01-13-2020, 03:06 PM	#9
ChibiBlackSheep Drives: 2012 2SS/RS, 1968 SS Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Southeast, PA Posts: 2,088	I always recommend people run 91 or 93 in their v6. The high-octane map is much better tuned to that car. But run regular if you want. Regardless of the octane you run, frequent oil changes are good since it's a direct-injection and fuel dilution of the oil is a concern. __________________ LS3 Crate Engine Swap \| CSP Custom Cam 232/240 .615/.615 113 +3 \| Stainless Power LT Headers \| Z28 Intake \| Borla S-Type Exhaust \| FTI Triple-Disc Billet 3200 Stall 2012 Camaro 2SS/RS \| 1968 Camaro SS \| 2020 Cadillac CT5 Premium Luxury \| 2021 Spark LS

01-13-2020, 02:11 PM	#6
Reaper85 Drives: 2013 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Barrie, Ontario Posts: 598	Yes it's safe. You can just add it when ever. It will mix in and after a couple fill ups it will be straight what ever octane your buying.

01-13-2020, 02:12 PM	#7
redcoats1976 Drives: LT W/2LT,blue metallic Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: central florida Posts: 4,915	why not stop by a local auto parts store when the light goes on and get the error code?then you can give us the code number and get a better idea of whats going on.

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CamaroBarb Banned Drives: cheby Camaro Join Date: Aug 2019 Location: usa Posts: 575	My v6 runs much better on 93. Dealer says you can go to 5k miles on oil changes but by 3500 miles my oil is wasted with fuel and needs kachanging.

01-13-2020, 04:09 PM	#12
spyderbuddy Drives: 2010 RS Inferno Orange Metallic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Albany, Ga. Posts: 3,398 View My Garage	personally Ive been running 93 in both my V6's The Fuel Maps adjust for pinging, so the car pulls a lot of timing on 87 __________________ PCP Hideaway Headlight Covers, BBK Headers & High Flow Cats, ZL1 Add-ons Wicker Bill, TL1/ZL1 Hood Insert, Gen5 DIY Frameless Mirror, ABL Dash Lighting an My link Navigation, Blacked out Rear Bowtie, all Sylvania led Turn Signals, Ceramic Window Tint By Nicks, MBRP Exhaust tips, GEN5 DIY Virginia Legal DRL Harness, Painted Brake Calipers, Vittesse Throttle Controller, Heritage Grill, Diode Dynamics Led Lighting, Manual Shifter Boot, Paddle Shifters, CNC Throttle Body, Trifecta Tune, RX Catch Can & Breather, Trunk Black out and Side Grills, Chevorlet door Sills.