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Old 02-12-2013, 12:53 PM   #29
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Old 02-12-2013, 01:05 PM   #30
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My tuner told me to switch from Shell 93 to BP 93. He stated he has seen detonation on the dyno with Shell and other brands.

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I've heard this about Shell quiet a few times myself.
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Old 02-12-2013, 01:13 PM   #31
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Old 02-12-2013, 02:01 PM   #32
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Old 02-12-2013, 03:58 PM   #33
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I purchased my 2013 V8 automatic (2SS) in December, 2012. I have used Shell V-Power (91 Octane) exclusively. But, recently a friend told me that he had trouble with Shell in the past and he prefers Chevron, with Techron.

Which brand do you all prefer?

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Old 02-12-2013, 04:12 PM   #34
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Old 02-12-2013, 04:17 PM   #35
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Old 02-12-2013, 04:46 PM   #36
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I've noticed no one said Hess? Is that not good gas?
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Old 02-12-2013, 04:58 PM   #37
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Old 02-12-2013, 05:15 PM   #38
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Old 02-12-2013, 05:20 PM   #39
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Old 02-12-2013, 07:59 PM   #40
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Thank you everyone! I'll be sticking with Shell 91. Chevron is my backup plan.
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Old 02-12-2013, 08:33 PM   #41
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Old 02-12-2013, 09:38 PM   #42
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when I lived in NJ Sunoco 94 only now in San Diego Shell or Chevvron 91 :(
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