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Jul 9th, 2024, 17:37 | #1 |
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Petrol for244DL
Hi everyone, I’ve just purchased a 1982 224Dl , can some tell what petrol it takes
And will i need additives every time I fill , the person I bought it from said super unleaded is fine but I want to check with you guys , many thanks mark |
Jul 9th, 2024, 18:03 | #2 |
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Your car is post 1976 so it will be happy on E10, it was designed for it.
Others say E5 is advantageous, I have no experience or evidence to support or disprove that. Enjoy your comfy purchase 👍😁
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I think that it is kinder to the fuel system and, theoretically, the greater calorific efficiency should give a higher yield per tankful than E10, when driven like for like. Arguably, that gain will offset the slightly higher unit cost. A bonus, especially if, like us, you only cover a relatively small mileage, it doesn't go 'off' as quickly as E10 when left in the tank for long periods. Regards, John. P.S. Have you moved to the great metropolis? J.
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Jul 9th, 2024, 20:03 | #4 |
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My old chap is fine on E10 and when I go out in him I usually use half the tank , so that’s ok . Other than that I’m unwilling to pay the extra for E5 also it’s not available locally.
As for the metropolis, no mate , I’m just hiding a bit !👍😁
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Jul 9th, 2024, 21:20 | #5 |
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being a DL you should be a carb engine. I would try and stick to the same fuel to save changes being needed to the carb and timing settings.
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