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Any particular brand of gas for your PiP?

Discussion in 'Gen 1 Prius Plug-in 2012-2015' started by grodnyc, Dec 18, 2012.

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  1. grodnyc

    grodnyc Junior Member

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    Hello,

    Anyone care to comment on different brands of gasoline for their PiP? My top three favorite brands are:
    3. Sunoco
    2. BP
    1. Shell


    I try to get Shell as much as possible (well just two fill ups since I got the PiP). And of course, I only put in 87.
     
    #1 grodnyc, Dec 18, 2012
  2. bisco

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    i've never noticed any difference, my local station is mobil, but i'll jump in anywhere when i'm low.
     
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  3. mrbigh

    mrbigh Prius Absolutum Dominium

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    NOT on topic but I'm getting the most economic near by every 3 weeks
     
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  4. priuskitty

    priuskitty PIP FAN

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    I use BP because that's the only "gift card" that is useful at Sony Rewards (Wheel Of Fortune).
     
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    The PIP uses gas?

    It's kind of funny- I don't even know (or care about) the daily price of gas any more as I only need gas every 2.5 weeks now :)
     
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    edit- oops I quoted myself...
     
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  7. priuskitty

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    phshawww!!!! every four months for me:p
     
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    I bet you've pulled up to the wrong side of the pump....
     
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  9. priuskitty

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    what side is it on?:confused:
     
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    I get the best mileage with cheap gas. 87 is 87.
     
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    I've been keeping track of fuel stations and mileage driven across several vehicles for years. There is no negligible difference across the different fuel stations. Although the lowest mileage on average usually occurs with Costco gasoline.
     
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  12. mrbigh

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    I usually do the other BIG Box Club, BJ's. Among the most economic in the Island with the same octane grade (87)
     
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    87 octane, usually fill up at Costco
     
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    Fuel brand still means different base stocks in different markets.
     
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    Home grown solar power...


    I get about 1200 miles to the tank. I go to CostCo or Arco. If Arco is more then 4 cents less then CostCo then Arco, otherwise CostCo.

    All gas comes from the same place. Typically the only difference brand to band is the detergents and additives they put in it. Typically cheaper gas (Arco/CostCo) has less of that shit. Like others said... 87 is 87...

    More important is the quality and use frequency of the gas stations tanks. but then again thats why we have fuel filters.
     
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    Domestic brands so my money won't go to OPEC countries. That's my theory anyway.
     
    #16 usbseawolf2000, Dec 18, 2012
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    any way to prove that?
     
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  18. Totmacher

    Totmacher Honey Badger don't give a carp

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    Lol, thats the idea of a "theory"... It's not proven... :D

    You have to laugh at the irony in your reply kitty.
     
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  19. 3PriusMike

    3PriusMike Prius owner since 2000, Tesla M3 2018

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    First time I got gas I couldn't find the release button...I reached down on the floor like in the 2004 and 2010.
    Its been so long now I'll have to find it all over again.

    Mike
     
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  20. priuskitty

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    And where is the gas cap release button?:confused:
     
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