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Detroit Muscle · 05-21-2014, 10:52 AM

Hey guys I recently purchased a used '11 SS (L99) and was curious if I put premium in do I have to do a fuse pull?...Its got regular unleaded in it now, or is premium even necessary? **I've read up on this in the forums and have heard mixed opinions, thanks

TeelsBlack · 05-21-2014, 10:56 AM

owner manual should tell you what to put in it. I know for my 2013 ss it recommends at least 91 octane. I usually alternate between 91 and 93. There's a post from apexchase, i think, about the fuse pull for fuel

Detroit Muscle · 05-21-2014, 10:58 AM

oh okay,yea i understand that it needs premium but is the fuse pull a necessity?

TeelsBlack · 05-21-2014, 11:06 AM

http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38964

^Should help

Detroit Muscle · 05-21-2014, 11:20 AM

yea thanks i read through that whole forum ha but i still cant figure out if I absolutely HAVE to do a fuse pull?, or if i can just start putting in premium now after the dealers 87 regular runs out? Thanks

Apex Paul · 05-21-2014, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Detroit Muscle

yea thanks i read through that whole forum ha but i still cant figure out if I absolutely HAVE to do a fuse pull?, or if i can just start putting in premium now after the dealers 87 regular runs out? Thanks

you would only need to do it if the car has set itself on the low octane tables. I would assume that it has, if it has lower grade file in the tank. If the car seems sluggish at all, or you just don't feel like the power is there, try it. It takes only a couple of minutes to do it, and just leave it overnight.

I personally only run 93 or 94 octane in my SS. I once had a 2011 convertible SS here that had been filled with lower octane fuel. It felt like a pig, and wouldn't even turn the rear wheels for a burnout.

Detroit Muscle · 05-21-2014, 11:31 AM

Oh ok thank you, assuming it has set itself on the low octane tables, would using premium octane gas still help performance?

ZED SLED · 05-21-2014, 11:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Detroit Muscle

Oh ok thank you, assuming it has set itself on the low octane tables, would using premium octane gas still help performance?

Word is it won't reset to the higher octane table no matter how long you run 93 through it which is why you do the fuse pull. It's the only way it will reset to the higher table. Higher octane fuel doesn't add performance, it's just more resistant to knock, thus getting the most out of a higher compression, high performance engine. If you're stuck in the low table it's like putting 93 in a car that requires only 87. There is more detergents and additives that might keep the system cleaner, but performance wise just gives you a great placebo effect.

BLU DUCE · 05-21-2014, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by mclark10

Word is it won't reset to the higher octane table no matter how long you run 93 through it which is why you do the fuse pull. It's the only way it will reset to the higher table. Higher octane fuel doesn't add performance, it's just more resistant to knock, thus getting the most out of a higher compression, high performance engine.

+1 But when you run some 91 or 93 thru it. pull the fuse & let the car sit over night before putting the fuse back in & running the engine.

Ringo64 · 05-21-2014, 12:03 PM

If you've run nothing but 87 then do a fuse pull and I would suggest running only 93. I don't like skimping any corners with this car but I know everyone's budget is a little different

DSX_Camaro · 05-21-2014, 12:08 PM

You have an SS. Even the V6s gain a little performance with 93 octane. The SS actually defaults to the low octane tables and you leave a bunch of power sitting on the table with 87. However, if your question is if you HAVE to run 91 or 93, the answer is no, you don't. But if you want max power, then yes you do (and pull the fuses to reset the ECU)

DRKS1D3 · 05-21-2014, 12:44 PM

Run all the 87 out of it, fill it with 93, run it a little bit (1/2 tank), then do the fuse pull. Enjoy!

Arbgast · 05-21-2014, 12:58 PM

I run 92 with no Ethanol. Better gas mileage and performance.

Detroit Muscle · 05-21-2014, 12:59 PM

Alright ill give it some time then do a fuse pull i suppose, i mean i dont feel it being sluggish or anything, the power is amazing right now..i just have no idea what the original owners put in it, but thanks guys

05-21-2014, 10:52 AM	#1
Detroit Muscle Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Detroit, MI Posts: 659	Question on fuel for SS Hey guys I recently purchased a used '11 SS (L99) and was curious if I put premium in do I have to do a fuse pull?...Its got regular unleaded in it now, or is premium even necessary? **I've read up on this in the forums and have heard mixed opinions, thanks __________________ Stainless Power Headers, High Flow Cats, CAI intake, SLP Loudmouth 1 exhaust, Dyno tune from Alternative Performance

05-21-2014, 10:58 AM	#3
Detroit Muscle Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Detroit, MI Posts: 659	oh okay,yea i understand that it needs premium but is the fuse pull a necessity? __________________ Stainless Power Headers, High Flow Cats, CAI intake, SLP Loudmouth 1 exhaust, Dyno tune from Alternative Performance

05-21-2014, 11:20 AM	#5
Detroit Muscle Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Detroit, MI Posts: 659	yea thanks i read through that whole forum ha but i still cant figure out if I absolutely HAVE to do a fuse pull?, or if i can just start putting in premium now after the dealers 87 regular runs out? Thanks __________________ Stainless Power Headers, High Flow Cats, CAI intake, SLP Loudmouth 1 exhaust, Dyno tune from Alternative Performance

05-21-2014, 11:31 AM	#7
Detroit Muscle Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Detroit, MI Posts: 659	Oh ok thank you, assuming it has set itself on the low octane tables, would using premium octane gas still help performance? __________________ Stainless Power Headers, High Flow Cats, CAI intake, SLP Loudmouth 1 exhaust, Dyno tune from Alternative Performance

05-21-2014, 12:03 PM	#10
Ringo64 Forever Pontiac Drives: 2012 Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 1,389	If you've run nothing but 87 then do a fuse pull and I would suggest running only 93. I don't like skimping any corners with this car but I know everyone's budget is a little different __________________ Progression thread My Camaro's Grrgd

05-21-2014, 10:56 AM	#2
TeelsBlack Drives: 2013 Black-on-Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Williamsport, PA Posts: 128	owner manual should tell you what to put in it. I know for my 2013 ss it recommends at least 91 octane. I usually alternate between 91 and 93. There's a post from apexchase, i think, about the fuse pull for fuel

05-21-2014, 11:06 AM	#4
TeelsBlack Drives: 2013 Black-on-Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Williamsport, PA Posts: 128	http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=38964 ^Should help

05-21-2014, 12:08 PM	#11
DSX_Camaro Drives: 2013 SW 2LT/RS LFX/AY6 Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 1,741	You have an SS. Even the V6s gain a little performance with 93 octane. The SS actually defaults to the low octane tables and you leave a bunch of power sitting on the table with 87. However, if your question is if you HAVE to run 91 or 93, the answer is no, you don't. But if you want max power, then yes you do (and pull the fuses to reset the ECU) __________________ K&N CAI, 1LE Strut Tower Brace, Elite Engineering Catch Can and Clean Side Separator, Apex Scoop w/ Washer Relocation Kit, CTS Front Calipers and Rotors, JacFab Ported Intake Manifold, JacFab Intake Manifold Spacer, 80mm Overkill Throttle Body, SS Brake Lines, Ideal Garage Master Cylinder, Monster Twin Disc Clutch, NPP Retrofit w/ Magnaflow Resonated X, ARH Catless Downpipes, JRE Built 3.45 Diff, 1LE Axles, 1LE Hubs, Overkill Tuned, BMR Anti Wheel-hop Kit Stage I, ACS TL1 Hood Insert, ZL1 Spoiler

05-21-2014, 12:44 PM	#12
DRKS1D3 Drives: '17 Corvette Grand Sport M7 Join Date: May 2012 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 3,748	Run all the 87 out of it, fill it with 93, run it a little bit (1/2 tank), then do the fuse pull. Enjoy! __________________ MY RIDE: 2017 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT--TRIPLE BLACK, 7 SPEED MANUAL, VARARAM TCR-7 INTAKE, BORLA CATLESS X-PIPE, CARBON FIBER STAGE 2 AERO, MGW SHORT-THROW SHIFTER SOLD2011 TRIPLE BLACK SS CONVERTIBLE--6 SPEED MANUAL, MANY MODS, 455 RWHP/435 RWTQ DAD'S RIDE: 2012 ZL1 #1866--BLACK, 6 SPEED MANUAL, EXPOSED CF HOOD, POLISHED WHEELS, SUNROOF, ROTO-FAB INTAKE "Silly Americans, taking from the rich and giving to the poor only works in fairy tales. Success is earned here!".

05-21-2014, 12:58 PM	#13
Arbgast Drives: DRIVES 2014 2SS RS convertible Join Date: May 2012 Location: Eugene Posts: 144 View My Garage	I run 92 with no Ethanol. Better gas mileage and performance.

05-21-2014, 12:59 PM	#14
Detroit Muscle Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS L99 Join Date: Aug 2013 Location: Detroit, MI Posts: 659	Alright ill give it some time then do a fuse pull i suppose, i mean i dont feel it being sluggish or anything, the power is amazing right now..i just have no idea what the original owners put in it, but thanks guys __________________ Stainless Power Headers, High Flow Cats, CAI intake, SLP Loudmouth 1 exhaust, Dyno tune from Alternative Performance