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ballisticexchris
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Ok, apparently everybody but me knows what CA gas is. The only gas I know about that can't be used in all engines is E-85. The only non-E 85 gas we have around here is 10% ethanol (max). And except for a 2mpg decrease, I haven't seen any other issues. So, what is CA gas? Enlighten my little pea brain.
Almost all gas sold in CA is E10. The E85 is 85% ethanol. Nothing special. That's a drag that a dealer wants to feed a customer with CA gas BS. And every single drop of gas produced in the world (of each octane) , coming out of the refinery, is the exact same blend. The only thing different are the additives for each particular brand.California has a "special blend" for emissions. That is why they pay more for gas than the rest of the country. They are the only ones who use it.
And yes lugging the motor makes sense if there are carbon deposits. I sure do wish you the best getting this sorted out.