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Which gas brand is the best?
I've used a few different brands with my MINI, and did notice a difference not only in MPG, but also the feel of the car, as the original poster mentions. When using Arco/Safeway, the engine felt "rougher", more prone to a "cold start stumble", which is something mentioned a lot in various MINI forums, both local and national. When moving to a Top Tier gas (http://www.toptiergas.com), I've noticed that my MPG is a little higher (heavy right foot not withstanding), and the "cold start stumble" is gone. The engine feels smoother over the entire range from first start in the morning until I pull into work, 30+ miles later.
As such, I never use the cheaper priced gas. Yes, I pay more per gallon, but that difference only equates to a couple bucks more per tank. Worth it, IMO, if it means the engine is going to last longer because I'm using a higher quality product.
posted by phydeaux March 18, 2010 at 10:15 AM
SMS fuelup went to wrong car
Sounds good and makes complete sense, Paul. Looking forward to that additional functionality, and I'll just train myself to edit the ones I send in via SMS.
BTW, the ease of use via SMS is a HUGE plus, and definitely one of the reasons I'm recommending it to anyone and everyone I talk to about Fuelly. Thanks very much.
-Eric
posted by phydeaux March 17, 2010 at 10:31 AM
What about using SMS for two active vehicles? Is that a possible extension on what is done now? Maybe a simple numbering system for the vehicles, then the MPG info. Something like "1 83000 3.119 11.298", where the first number entered is the vehicle number on the user account. Would make it easier than entering the vehicle into the notes, then moving it if it's not the primary vehicle on the account.
posted by phydeaux March 15, 2010 at 1:37 PM