E85 vs Unleaded Calculator
#21
Senior Member
This might be a stupid question but oh well..
When using e85... do I need to run the tank empty of regular? Can you have 1/2 tank of regular and top off with e85? Can you switch between it and regular whenever you choose? How does this work?
When using e85... do I need to run the tank empty of regular? Can you have 1/2 tank of regular and top off with e85? Can you switch between it and regular whenever you choose? How does this work?
#22
You in Kimball?
#23
Senior Member
#24
Senior Member
Thread Starter
As I said in my opening post, I have no experience with the stuff. I'll be breaking out the manual soon to see what it says, but instinct tells me to use as much of the non-E85 as reasonable first. A 50-50 blend of E85 and E10 wouldn't really be E85.
#25
There is a sensor that will detect the fuel and then the computer will switch mode depending on the fuel. Unsure how it works or what % ethanol it requires to switch.
#26
The owners manual also states to change the oil sooner if you are running E85. That's why I haven't ran it myself, even though it is $1 cheaper here. I get the impression that it is alot harder on the vehicle. But let us know how it works for you!