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Model specific boards => Golf mk1 => Topic started by: keefus on 30 January 2004, 22:03

Title: Unleaded?
Post by: keefus on 30 January 2004, 22:03

 ???
I've just got myself a 1983 1.8 GTI, and I wanted to know what fuel I can to put in it.
I've done a bit of research on the net, and it looks like I can just pump Shell Optimax in, as it has a sufficiently high octane rating of 98 RON, which apparently is OK for all post 1976 Golfs.
The garage took this car as part-ex, and are unsure of the correct fueling
Can anyone let me know what fuels I can and can't use, and what would you recommend.

Cheers,

Keefus
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Mk2 16v + Mk1 1.8 8V

Title: Re:Unleaded?
Post by: mk1 on 30 January 2004, 23:48

Hi Keefus, I have run my MK1 gti's on unleaded with the ign timing adjusted and had no problems. Use optimax for best performance ;).
Steve.

Title: Re:Unleaded?
Post by: Yastik on 03 February 2004, 16:41

Yep - I have a 1.8 Mk1which is also quite happy on unleaded with its timing adjusted. I rang VW with the engine code and they were able to give me all the relevant info!

Title: Re:Unleaded?
Post by: MK1_BOY on 14 February 2004, 21:15

Optimax 4ever, its the SH1T..... ;D