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Anyone run E85 in a N/A LT1 or LT4? What was the gains? Is it possible?

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Old Nov 24, 2018 | 09:22 AM
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Anyone run E85 in a N/A LT1 or LT4? What was the gains? Is it possible?
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Old Nov 25, 2018 | 08:09 PM
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Guess 93 octane it is..
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The answer is there if you use the search function.
Simple answer yes you should be able to run e85 but will need to upgrade your fuel system to handle the extra flow needed with E85 and to be compatible with ethanol. You may need a new fuel pump, Larger injectors and change some rubber lines.
You'll also need a tune.
As far as a performance, You see little if any unless you bump up compression although you may see a slight increase in low end torque.
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Originally Posted by LLLosingit
As far as a performance, You see little if any unless you bump up compression although you may see a slight increase in low end torque.
This is what I needed to hear!! Thanks.. Seems like it’s not really worth it.. But those new motors seem to love it..
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https://ls1tech.com/forums/lt1-lt4-m...a-383-lt1.html
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I haven’t browsed these neck of the woods in awhile since my car been running good lol
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Been running E85 only in my TransAm for over 10 years now. Here's my post on the above thread with details:
https://ls1tech.com/forums/showpost....6&postcount=23
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