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Old 07-06-2004, 11:52 AM
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Default What Octain to run in a 78 Corvette

Just got the 78 on the road and was wondering what Octain Chevy says to run in a stock 78 350?
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87 (regular unleaded).
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Thanks
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On mine I need to go at least mid-grade or I get a ping at times. The general rule for fuel I have read is use the lowest grade possible where the car runs fine. Otherwise you are just wasting money.
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OCTANE

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