scott suhring wrote:
>
> Gene M. wrote:
> >
> > I am curious what people with older TR's are doing now that the petrol
> > is unleaded. Are there replacement valve seats which need to be put in?
> > Lead substitutes-any good brands or sources (local stores seem to be
> > phasing out a lot of the brands). Anyone running a stock engine with no
> > problems on the unleaded stuff? I am in Calif. & we might have other
> > additives that might cause problems. Any input will be appreciated.
> >
> > Gene M.
> > 70TR6 CC52098
>
> Gene,
>
> I posted same question a while ago and got little responce. What I've been
>able to
> determine through other sources and conversations is that lead additives are
>fine
> as long as you run the car on a regular basis. If it sits around too much, the
> additive can settle in the tank. Also, it is best to first mix the additive
>in a
> gallon container with gas and then put in tank. This helps to dilute (sp?)
>additive
> much better than if just pooring into tank.
>
> Scott Suhring
> Elizabethtown, PA
> '70 TR6
>
> P.S. Hopefully others will offer opinions!
Scott,
I did receive quite a bit of info & someone referred me to an FAQ. If
you didn't get copies of the various responses, let me know & I will
forward them to you.
Gene M. 70TR6 CC52098
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