Any reason not to use e85?
with regular driving gas mileage is slightly lower. wot and spirited driving, it goes even quicker. the only big trips i need to worry about are to the jersey shore which is about 120ish miles one way....i have to bring 5-10 gallons with me. if you need to take big trips just flash to a 93 tune (something else that you should consider getting).
as far as what you need there are several threads about that but quickly explained: higher capacity injectors, fuel pump, fuel sock filter, e85 safe in-tank lines, and e85 safe underhood fuel line (the one that feeds the fuel rail) with inline fuel filter. (blaqops sells a "kit" for it if you don't want to piece one together. it's a little pricey but the fuel pump adapter for the fuel pump housing really makes it worth it.). and of course a base tune to get yourself to a tuner for a custom tune. (i use a cobb accessport to switch back and forth with tunes. they also have an e85 base tune).
as far as what you need there are several threads about that but quickly explained: higher capacity injectors, fuel pump, fuel sock filter, e85 safe in-tank lines, and e85 safe underhood fuel line (the one that feeds the fuel rail) with inline fuel filter. (blaqops sells a "kit" for it if you don't want to piece one together. it's a little pricey but the fuel pump adapter for the fuel pump housing really makes it worth it.). and of course a base tune to get yourself to a tuner for a custom tune. (i use a cobb accessport to switch back and forth with tunes. they also have an e85 base tune).
injectors, a tune and I'm set for e85? I don't think I need the cobb access port.. there's no reason why I can think of to switch between a custom tune and something on the access port.
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So, this: http://www.speedelement.com/index.ph...mart&Itemid=38
injectors, a tune and I'm set for e85? I don't think I need the cobb access port.. there's no reason why I can think of to switch between a custom tune and something on the access port.
injectors, a tune and I'm set for e85? I don't think I need the cobb access port.. there's no reason why I can think of to switch between a custom tune and something on the access port.
Last edited by dreamerak; Oct 21, 2010 at 09:32 PM.
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So, this: http://www.speedelement.com/index.ph...mart&Itemid=38
injectors, a tune and I'm set for e85? I don't think I need the cobb access port.. there's no reason why I can think of to switch between a custom tune and something on the access port.
injectors, a tune and I'm set for e85? I don't think I need the cobb access port.. there's no reason why I can think of to switch between a custom tune and something on the access port.
Sounds like a good plan. The BlaqOPs kits cost a few bucks but it's quality stuff. Most of the DIY guys end up using hose or parts that will get eaten up by the ethanol.
I've been running E85 in mine almost since it was new. Only issues that I've had was bad E85. Some stations will re-use tanks that previously had another fuel in them and then you can end up with black sludge in your fuel filter or on your injector tips. If you have a cleanable filter then be sure to check it every few months.
Last edited by mlomker; Oct 22, 2010 at 08:26 AM.
Having the ability to switch between E85 and pump has another benefit. We recommend that you run a tank of pump through your car every couple of months (5-7 fill ups) to keep the system clean of any deposits/gunk E85 can leave behind. From what I've read the build up seems to be related more to the fuel itself based on location/station than anything else. Some have reported build up rather quickly (1-3 months) and some have been running the stuff for over a year and no build up.
Just a point of caution and something that can help you out in the long-run if made a routine.
Just a point of caution and something that can help you out in the long-run if made a routine.
Having the AP sounds handy.
I thought there was a better way to go? My car won't arrive for another 6 weeks. I'm trying to understand what my options are...
If I get a custom tune from a speedshop can't I have them make several tunes,, e87 e70 and 91 octane? Then buy a tractrix cable and store everything in my laptop?
I thought there was a better way to go? My car won't arrive for another 6 weeks. I'm trying to understand what my options are...
If I get a custom tune from a speedshop can't I have them make several tunes,, e87 e70 and 91 octane? Then buy a tractrix cable and store everything in my laptop?
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i don't know what it is with X owning members on here (the ones that have had the car longer than 3 days and are giving advice). did i not say the OP doesn't need an AP? it's something i stuck with.
at least one of you two above should remember when our only options were the friggin zchip or accessport! there weren't even many tuners out there even tuning X's at one point. it's proven handy and sits in my glovebox so i never have to worry switching maps.
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Having the AP sounds handy.
I thought there was a better way to go? My car won't arrive for another 6 weeks. I'm trying to understand what my options are...
If I get a custom tune from a speedshop can't I have them make several tunes,, e87 e70 and 91 octane? Then buy a tractrix cable and store everything in my laptop?
I thought there was a better way to go? My car won't arrive for another 6 weeks. I'm trying to understand what my options are...
If I get a custom tune from a speedshop can't I have them make several tunes,, e87 e70 and 91 octane? Then buy a tractrix cable and store everything in my laptop?
