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Technical => Technical => Engine & Gearbox => Topic started by: Monty on March 23, 2022, 08:45:38 PM

Title: Mk2 1.6 Driver Fuel Type
Post by: Monty on March 23, 2022, 08:45:38 PM
Hi guys,

This may seem like a bone question but could someone clarify the category of petrol that i should be using in my 1991 Golf Driver 1.6. Having just bought the car and with recent changes i would just like to get it right from the outset.

Also grateful if anyone could kindly list any issues that the new fuel might be causing.  I have hear that the new fuel might cause erosion issues with the fuel pipes.   If so, should i be doing anything (adding additives) to reduce the impact or damage.

Thanks in advance.
Monty
Title: Re: Mk2 1.6 Driver Fuel Type
Post by: PWardy on March 23, 2022, 09:08:14 PM
Very few petrol cars run efficiently on anything less than premium fuel. I would be surprised if a Driver would run on E10 without ignition timing adjustments and a change of plugs. Basically you would be downgrading your engine to be less efficient to accommodate a lesser fuel.
 What does the sticker on the back of the fuel filler flap say?
Title: Re: Mk2 1.6 Driver Fuel Type
Post by: scs on March 23, 2022, 09:16:34 PM
You get less mpg on e10 and possibly erosion issues as you say. Personally I would use e5 it costs more  but you get more mpg and there is no risk of erosion.