All about E85

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By BadSTi and HolyCrapItsFast

The purpose of the guide is to provide a resource for those looking to either run E85 or just wanting a better understanding. Besides clearing up common misconceptions regarding its octane rating and effect on the fuel system this thread will address availability, changes in blend, tuning, and effects on performance. Examples of members' builds and links to further information sources will also be provided.

Table of Contents:

-What is E85 and what is needed to run it (post 2)
-Effects on performance (post 3)
-Effects on fuel systems (post 4)
-Octane rating (post 5)
-Changes in blend and its effect (post 6)
-Tuning for E85 (post 7)
-Availability (post 8)
-Cold Start Issues (post 9)

Sources:

- http://www.e85fuel.com/e85-and-ethanol-blends/
- http://www.iowarfa.org/PDF/E85_value...ct%20Sheet.pdf
- http://e85refueling.com/
- http://www.e85mustangs.com/
- http://www.nrel.gov/docs/fy02osti/30849.pdf
- http://alternativefuels.about.com/?once=true&afdc/348/0
- http://www.illinoisgreenfleets.org/fuels/index.html