31-10-2022, 04:06 PM
I have three cars, a 1931 Austin, a 1953 Lancia and a 2004 Hyundai; all run on E10, and all display a noticeable reduction in performance and a dramatic increase in fuel consumption (especially the Hyundai, which is E10 compatible), to the extent that I find it more economical to use the more expensive E5!
I also have concerns for the long-term use of E10 in 'incompatible' cars; whilst they may well run satisfactorily at the time what damage is being done to brass/copper/bronze components? When I first tried E10, the solder holding the float components together on the Lancia dissolved almost overnight. Was this due to E10? I don't know, but have my suspicions...
I also have concerns for the long-term use of E10 in 'incompatible' cars; whilst they may well run satisfactorily at the time what damage is being done to brass/copper/bronze components? When I first tried E10, the solder holding the float components together on the Lancia dissolved almost overnight. Was this due to E10? I don't know, but have my suspicions...