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Old 06-04-2011, 10:55 PM
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I want to run E85 on my 2000 LS1 camaro what do I need to do to make it work on my car
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You can check out E85Performance.net to get your answers. Basically, use newer Teflon lined fuel lines; there is something about paper fuel filters, larger injectors and a larger fuel pump. The great thing I have found after using it for years on my 2006 GTO is that the insides of the engine, like the combustion chambers, stay very clean. I recently pulled my heads after 4,000 miles and found zero carbon on the pistons and valves. Pre E85 combustion chambers had a layer of carbon.

You can follow the below link to a September 2009 Popular Hot Rodding article about converting. While there is a focus on carburetors, information is included for fuel lines, pumps, etc.

http://www.popularhotrodding.com/tec...e85/index.html

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So just add e85 and get it retune
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Originally Posted by rollingchevys
So just add e85 and get it retune
That sounds a little simplified. If your combination meets the requirements of a proper fuel system (ie. hoses, injectors, pump, filters, etc.), then yes it is quite simple. Just remember, your engine will need anywhere from 15-25% more fuel with E85.




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