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to: MATT MC_CARTHY
from: TOM WALKER
date: 2005-04-27 07:39:00
subject: Gas Prices vs. Mileage

MM>You _might_.  Modern engines have anti-knock sensors built into the engine
MM>block to 'listen' for detonation and retard the spark timing accordingly.  I
MM>by using a higher octane fuel the anti-knock sensor fails to 'hear' detonati
MM>then your onboard computer may let the engine run at a higher timing advance
MM>which would improve your mileage.  Even one or two degrees additional timing
MM>advance should give you improved mileage in the range you seek.

 ONLY if there was some problem with the Engine itslef. Like bad timing
 etc.
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