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Old May 25, 2011 | 12:33 AM
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e85 detinating

someone was telling me e85 is almost impossiable to detonate is this true? or can someone explain it too me a little better i dont know that much about e85 except it burns hotter and containes more ethinol
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Old May 25, 2011 | 12:59 AM
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E85 has a much higher octane rating compared to other fuels.

Google octane ratings and what they mean, that will tell you everything you need to know. (it's along the lines of higher octane can take more heat and pressure before detonating, but do read up on it, it's good to know).
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Old May 25, 2011 | 10:17 AM
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awome thank you
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Old May 25, 2011 | 08:53 PM
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And it actually burns cooler.
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