http://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : General non-pod discussion : gas quality Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:22:07 +0000 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 14:44:43 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=9085 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png http://www.rpod-owners.com/ http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=86869#86869 Author: StephenH
Subject: 9085
Posted: 15 Jan 2017 at 2:44pm

If one is intending to get a tank of gasoline to run a generator (or lawnmower or weed trimmer, or any other small engine), it pays to search for and purchase gasoline which does not have any ethanol added. While it will cost more in the short term, it will pay off in the long term with fewer repairs. I purchase ethanol free gasoline from a dealer near me. I then add fuel stabilizer. I have not had any fuel related problems with my small engines. I can't say the same for some people I know who bought the ethanol polluted gasoline and tried to use an additive which claimed to make the gasoline with ethanol safe for small engines. It will eventually cause problems. I have replaced carburetors more than once in the past few years where the jets got clogged. In the meantime, my no-ethanol gasoline policy means that my small engines continue to run well, even after sitting for extended periods.
]]> Sun, 15 Jan 2017 14:44:43 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=86869#86869 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=86837#86837 Author: JandL
Subject: 9085
Posted: 14 Jan 2017 at 7:34pm

From the fueleconomy.gov web site
Ethanol is a renewable, domestically produced alcohol fuel made from plant material, such as corn, sugar cane, or grasses. Using ethanol can reduce oil dependence and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Ethanol fuel use in the U.S. has increased dramatically from about 1.7 billion gallons in 2001 to about 13.4 billion in 2014.1

E10 and E15
Most of the gasoline sold in the U.S. contains up to 10% ethanol—the amount varies by region. All automakers approve blends up to E10 in their gasoline vehicles.
As of 2011, EPA began allowing the use of E15 in model year 2001 and newer gasoline vehicles. Pumps dispensing E15 must be labeled. A vehicle's owner manual may indicate the maximum ethanol content recommended for it by the automaker.
Ethanol contains about one-third less energy than gasoline. So, vehicles will typically go 3% to 4% fewer miles per gallon on E10 and 4% to 5% fewer on E15 than on 100% gasoline.
]]> Sat, 14 Jan 2017 19:34:33 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=86837#86837 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85502#85502 Author: Leo B
Subject: 9085
Posted: 01 Dec 2016 at 8:46pm

We do cut over to New Hampshire  a lot, gas is usually cheaper over there ]]> Thu, 01 Dec 2016 20:46:14 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85502#85502 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85470#85470 Author: techntrek
Subject: 9085
Posted: 01 Dec 2016 at 12:57pm

Another factor in the winter is the denser air causes more drag. Ask a pilot how much faster they can climb in winter vs. summer (denser air = faster climb).

I agree that in many areas it is all the same gas except for the additive. True all the way up the east coast, if you've seen the maps of the pipeline on the news since it has had 2 major problems in the last few months. My father had as a customer one of the local gas suppliers so he would be at the fuel depot once in a while. Every brand came in and filled up their tanker truck, and the driver would dump in a bottle of their brand's additive.]]> Thu, 01 Dec 2016 12:57:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85470#85470 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85410#85410 Author: shroomer
Subject: 9085
Posted: 30 Nov 2016 at 9:41am

Jon,

Not sure why Missouri dropped prices so fast, but here's an explanation as to why gas prices are so low there in general.

http://news.stlpublicradio.org/post/why-does-missouri-have-lowest-gas-prices-country

Leo,

Unfortunately these factors don't seem to be in play in Vermont. Although whenever I drive up there, I plan my fill ups so I can buy gas there rather than CT.

In the end we all pay, pump, and drive.
]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2016 09:41:49 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85410#85410 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85402#85402 Author: Leo B
Subject: 9085
Posted: 30 Nov 2016 at 8:02am

That's a heck of a drop!! Hopefully Vermont follows suit!!]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2016 08:02:05 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85402#85402 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85397#85397 Author: hogone
Subject: 9085
Posted: 30 Nov 2016 at 6:28am

ya, i dont get the gas price changes.  usually it goes up in big chunks and drops in little pieces.  well yesterday it went down in a 30 cent chunk!!!!  $1.75 now.  btw, the last 4 tanks were from sams.  hogone]]> Wed, 30 Nov 2016 06:28:49 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85397#85397 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85383#85383 Author: Leo B
Subject: 9085
Posted: 29 Nov 2016 at 7:31pm

you have that right!!]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2016 19:31:12 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85383#85383 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85379#85379 Author: Guests
Subject: 9085
Posted: 29 Nov 2016 at 6:45pm


Well, I'll tell you what I think I know.....

The EPA requires all States to use summer blend by June 1st of each year. The date of switching to winter blend is left to the individual States. For example, the folks in Alaska will need a winter blend sooner than us folks in Hoosier land.

The winter blend does have less "energy". However there are other factors, such as; a cold engine requires a richer fuel mixture to start and run. Another consideration is the tendency to let an engine "warm up" (idle) a bit longer in cold weather.

As far as differences in 2 nearby fuel stations, one could still be selling the remainder of their summer blend, while the other has already switched to winter blend. I suppose it depends upon when each station needs to order gas to "refill" their inventory (underground storage tanks).

In the end, it is all probably a plot of the big oil companies. All of this switching back and forth is a great excuse to raise the price!

]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2016 18:45:54 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85379#85379 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85376#85376 Author: hogone
Subject: 9085
Posted: 29 Nov 2016 at 3:44pm

david: you are correct, I forgot about that. I wonder when that was? hogone]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2016 15:44:10 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85376#85376 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85375#85375 Author: Guests
Subject: 9085
Posted: 29 Nov 2016 at 3:25pm



Maybe it is just me but......

I seem to notice a drop in MPGs when the refineries switch to their "winter blend". ]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2016 15:25:31 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85375#85375 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85372#85372 Author: hogone
Subject: 9085
Posted: 29 Nov 2016 at 2:50pm

on boy, interesting. The place that I have recently been getting my gas isn't on the list. However my previous places are!!!!   hogone]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2016 14:50:34 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85372#85372 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85371#85371 Author: osage
Subject: 9085
Posted: 29 Nov 2016 at 1:35pm

all the gas around Topeka,KS comes out of the same pipe line. also just remember there only so many refineries  around the U.S. that refine all the gas. the only differance is the junk major gas co. add (or do they)]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2016 13:35:09 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85371#85371 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85369#85369 Author: Leo B
Subject: 9085
Posted: 29 Nov 2016 at 12:47pm

I try to stick with Mobile]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2016 12:47:27 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85369#85369 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85368#85368 Author: shroomer
Subject: 9085
Posted: 29 Nov 2016 at 12:45pm

Check out the information on this website:

http://www.toptiergas.com

It is an independent company that tests gasoline formulations for EPA requirements and engine life. There's a lot to read.
]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2016 12:45:32 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85368#85368 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85365#85365 Author: hogone
Subject: 9085
Posted: 29 Nov 2016 at 11:52am

curious on others thoughts on gas quality from different vendors. I am not faithful to any one specific company or store, I pretty much get it when and where I need it. recently however I have gotten the past 4 tanks at the same location (ill keep that a secret for now)!!! I have noticed a pretty good decrease in mpg. just in my head or very possible? hogone   ]]> Tue, 29 Nov 2016 11:52:11 +0000 http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=9085&PID=85365#85365