running premix???

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12-12-06, 12:17 PM

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Originally Posted by jurr1981

Aaron you really know your shi'ite so I'm inclined to believe you that it is not necessary if the OMP is working ok.

But let me ask you this: Though it would be unnecessary to premix, would it be BAD? I mean would it lower the octane as mentioned and lead to detonation or something?

It won't hurt the engine unless you're mixing FAR too much in there. It also won't lower the octane any considerable amount. If you still have an OMP, the suggested mix rate seems to be about 1 oz of premix to 3 gal of gas.

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12-12-06, 12:32 PM

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Aaron you really know your shi'ite so I'm inclined to believe you that it is not necessary if the OMP is working ok.
But let me ask you this: Though it would be unnecessary to premix, would it be BAD? I mean would it lower the octane as mentioned and lead to detonation or something?

It wouldn't be bad, but it would extend the breakin period somewhat. Remember that during that period the seals bed into the housings and wear to the point where they being to seal against the irregularities in that particular housing. More lubrication above and beyond what the metering oil pump supplies will lengthen that bedding-in process.