[Healeys] gas additives

[Leonard Hartnett]

Alan:  True, my Healey will diesel occassionally but not always.  Usually when
hot after a long run.  However, that problem was solved long ago by shutting
down in gear and releasing the clutch.  I do not consider it economically
adventageous to spend ten to twenty cents more per gallon to solve such a
simple problem.  I haven't worn out a clutch yet.  Just call me 'frugal' -
spelled c-h-e-a-p ?

(The Other) Len
Vacaville,  California,  USA
1967 3000 MKIII, HBJ8L39031
  ----- Original Message -----
  From: Alan Seigrist
  To: Leonard Hartnett
  Cc: Healey Mail List
  Sent: Sunday, May 04, 2008 5:43 AM
  Subject: Re: [Healeys] gas additives


  Len -

  The problem isn't pinging, it's the dieseling after you shut the motor off.
A standard spec BJ8 from the factory will absolutely require at least 92
octane to keep from plunking over when you turn the motor off.