WRX & E85

[Sam Soltan]

can it be done?

 

[Carl 1 Lucky Texan]

can it be done?

I personally wouldn't do it for several reasons. I don't think Subaru
will honor any warranty claims related to emmissions or engine problems.
You can try if you want. Isn't there a 'list' of vehicles on the
market approved for it?

Carl

 

[Carl 1 Lucky Texan]

can it be done?

Subaru is not on the list;
http://www.e85fuel.com/e85101/flexfuelvehicles.php

 

[ceraboy]

can it be done?

Sure it can be done, but you should know the possible problems that may
arise. Aside from potential performance issues with a vehicle not
designed to run ethanol, the biggest problem with E85 is that ethanol
is very hygroscopic, meaning that it can absorb large quantities of
water. The potential for water in the fuel can cause real problems
with corrosion of the internal parts of the fuel delivery and intake
manifold. Most flexible fuel vehicles will more liberally use
stainless steel to address this issue. If you were in a pinch, you
could probably get away with using E85, but on a consistent basis you
are bound to have problems particulary if the vehicle is newer where
warranties would apply.

 

[ceraboy]

can it be done?

Sure it can be done, but you should know the possible problems that may
arise. Aside from potential performance issues with a vehicle not
designed to run ethanol, the biggest problem with E85 is that ethanol
is very hygroscopic, meaning that it can absorb large quantities of
water. The potential for water in the fuel can cause real problems
with corrosion of the internal parts of the fuel delivery and intake
manifold. Most flexible fuel vehicles will more liberally use
stainless steel to address this issue. If you were in a pinch, you
could probably get away with using E85, but on a consistent basis you
are bound to have problems particulary if the vehicle is newer where
warranties would apply.

 

[Sam Soltan]

Thanks ... just curious...

I find that if I cruise steady state 55-57 MPH I can get 27 - 31 MPG


Sadly on my way to my job this morning an elderly woman in a Dodge Durango
pulled out of a side street w/o looking. I slammed on the breaks and
unfortunately she just grazed me on the front right corner... Bumper,
Quarter Panel, Light Trim, and Hood damaged... I was lucky I wasn't hurt but
her side impact airbags went off and she was shook up. I guess that is what
insurance is for. Witnesses said that she just took off into the street
without looking.

 

[Carl 1 Lucky Texan]

Thanks ... just curious...

I find that if I cruise steady state 55-57 MPH I can get 27 - 31 MPG


Sadly on my way to my job this morning an elderly woman in a Dodge Durango
pulled out of a side street w/o looking. I slammed on the breaks and
unfortunately she just grazed me on the front right corner... Bumper,
Quarter Panel, Light Trim, and Hood damaged... I was lucky I wasn't hurt but
her side impact airbags went off and she was shook up. I guess that is what
insurance is for. Witnesses said that she just took off into the street
without looking.

Glad there were no serious injuries. Too bad about your ride though.
Hope it gets repaired soon!

Carl

 

[Clamstrippe Fecadunker]

I personally wouldn't do it for several reasons. I don't think Subaru
will honor any warranty claims related to emmissions or engine problems.
You can try if you want. Isn't there a 'list' of vehicles on the
market approved for it?

Carl

I personally didn't buy an STi for the warranty...

 

[Carl 1 Lucky Texan]

I personally didn't buy an STi for the warranty...

Did you buy it to run E85? How's that workin for ya?

inquiring minds want to know.

Carl

 

[Clamstrippe Fecadunker]

Did you buy it to run E85? How's that workin for ya?

inquiring minds want to know.

Carl

there's only one public station in Kalifornia and its 200 miles away.
so, still unknown, but I'm looking forward to trying it. maybe cut it
with xylene.