D@mn Shell Premium Fuel
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We do not have Shell or Chevron stations here in Southern Illinois. I have found that my '07 ultra runs best on gas (93 octane) that I get from Kroger grocery stores! I do not know who they get their gas from but it works fine for me. I have also gotten gas at a Phillips 66 (93 octane) and it works well also.
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I agree that it was probably water in the OP's case. The Sea Foam should clear up water in the fuel, as that was one of it's original uses, if I recall. I also understand that you can't necessarily go by the brand at the pump, but I didn't know that the big brands swapped product.
My other motor sport vehicle is a 1989 Lotus Esprit Turbo. I used to fill up with premium (required with a boosted motor) at the closest Shell station. I also used to eat knock sensors, a standard GM part. Lifetime warranty at O'Reilley's pays for itself on that one. Then they built a Sam's Club with a gas station, and I started filling up with Premium there. I haven't eaten a knock sensor since. I have also heard other people complain about Shell premium on boosted motors.
My other motor sport vehicle is a 1989 Lotus Esprit Turbo. I used to fill up with premium (required with a boosted motor) at the closest Shell station. I also used to eat knock sensors, a standard GM part. Lifetime warranty at O'Reilley's pays for itself on that one. Then they built a Sam's Club with a gas station, and I started filling up with Premium there. I haven't eaten a knock sensor since. I have also heard other people complain about Shell premium on boosted motors.
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Road Warrior
Joined: May 2006
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You guys with 94 octane avalible need to find something else to complain about
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Also agree that it was probably the service station, not the brand of gas. I try not to gas up right after a heavy rain, and I NEVER stop at a gas station when a tanker is there filling the underground tanks.