Toluene + gas

medvec04 · 06-06-2012, 08:36 PM

I used this in my old car and it made a difference. Just wondering if any has used it in there 335? Heres a link on the product

http://sportscarforums.com/f13/toluene-my-octane-booster-choice-3257.html

The Ghost · 06-06-2012, 09:03 PM

I used to use that too, 10 year ago but with e85 at the pump, why bother? It's much cheaper and proven.

Cypress · 06-06-2012, 09:05 PM

It causes cancer

benzy89 · 06-06-2012, 09:28 PM

Diet coke causes cancer

AU335i · 06-06-2012, 09:29 PM

heard toluene is some nasty stuff.. stay safe if you decide to use it.... but heard it works really well as octane booster

messi · 06-06-2012, 09:49 PM

I used it already. Stay away from it

posite · 06-06-2012, 11:41 PM

Years ago it worked great in my Subaru prior to adding meth injection... Not sure I would mess with it on this platform given the other options out there.

medvec04 · 06-07-2012, 01:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Ghost

I used to use that too, 10 year ago but with e85 at the pump, why bother? It's much cheaper and proven.

I wish i had e85 here in jax. But I was just thinking of trying it out again

Syphon · 06-07-2012, 07:10 AM

What's it cost to run? Does it help with build up at all?

Bash · 06-07-2012, 08:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by messi

I used it already. Stay away from it

WHY?

TotalBlackout · 06-07-2012, 10:59 AM

Xylene and toluene would both increase octane levels but are both cost prohibitive compared to e85.

They would also be very harsh on any rubberized components in the fuel delivery system with any regular use.

mrbillytalent · 06-07-2012, 11:00 AM

IMO it mixes well with Captain Morgan

messi · 06-07-2012, 11:02 AM

That stuff destroys rubber. And is more dangerous than handling meth. U have to use large quantities to get octand effect. Gas already has toluene in it from what I know. Your fuel fumes will smell really bad as well. I used it on an old Subaru I had as well.

woot335woot · 06-07-2012, 11:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mrbillytalent

IMO it mixes well with Captain Morgan

+1

Chefcg1 · 06-07-2012, 11:40 AM

I used it for years with my Eclipse, Supra, GTO and Mustang. It is in gas already and is safe in moderation. My mix was 1 gal Xylene or toluene to 10 gal 93oct gas, pretty much makes you 110 octane if memory serves me correctly. it is rather an expensive alternative to e85 now that that is readily available.

benzy89 · 06-07-2012, 11:40 AM

If you're really that desperate to up your octane, save yourself the trouble and buy race gas. There is no arguement that can justify running 100 octane instead of 93 while daily driving.

Lulz_M3 · 06-07-2012, 11:47 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by medvec04

I wish i had e85 here in jax. But I was just thinking of trying it out again

We have 100 octane street legal race gas at the Sunoco station on Beach Blvd, just west of Southside Blvd near the animal shelter. Also we have E85 available in Yulee and MacClenny which are not too bad of a drive depending on what side of town you are in.

rader1 · 06-07-2012, 11:50 AM

It's VERY unhealthy in high concentrations. However, use neoprene gloves and a respirator and you'll be OK as exposure is limited.

It works very well as an octane booster(already in use in gasoline/race fuels also was used by INDY and F1.)

Google toluene mixing charts and you'll get some info on mixing it for desired octane

Velocity26 · 06-07-2012, 12:02 PM

The deal is that it can be had cheaper than E85, if purchased in large quantities. If you go to the local paint supply and buy it by the gallon (or 5 gallons) the price is very high. If you have a source that buys it by the Pallet (multiple drums) it can be purchased very cheap.

1911A145 · 06-14-2012, 05:12 PM

Try looking up or buying a bottle of TORCO ACCELERATOR. I use the 32oz bottle mixed with 10 gallons of 93. Never an issue and by their charts raises the octane to around 100-105.

It is about 25 bucks a can (20 if you become a "dealer" by just giving them a business license #) and is a great alternative to race gas. Ive used it in my 2011 5.0 Mustang and also the N54 BMW. I tend to keep a bottle in the trunk, too, incase you get stuck out in who knows where and the only fuel available is 87...

Good luck.

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AU335i Captain 78 Rep 887 Posts Drives: 2008 335i E92 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Auburn, AL iTrader: (3)	heard toluene is some nasty stuff.. stay safe if you decide to use it.... but heard it works really well as octane booster
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messi First Lieutenant 15 Rep 368 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 335i MSport Coupe 6AT Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Trinidad iTrader: (1)	I used it already. Stay away from it
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posite Second Lieutenant 12 Rep 232 Posts Drives: 07 335i Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: TX iTrader: (5)	Years ago it worked great in my Subaru prior to adding meth injection... Not sure I would mess with it on this platform given the other options out there. __________________ 07 335i 12 335i 09 335i
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Syphon New Member 4 Rep 20 Posts Drives: 2011 M3 6MT Coupe Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: NOVA iTrader: (0)	What's it cost to run? Does it help with build up at all?
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TotalBlackout Private First Class 5 Rep 150 Posts Drives: 2008 TiAg 335i Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: KY iTrader: (1)	Xylene and toluene would both increase octane levels but are both cost prohibitive compared to e85. They would also be very harsh on any rubberized components in the fuel delivery system with any regular use. __________________ 2008 335i Coupe TiAg - Cold Weather - Premium - Sport - Style 230 19's - SatNav - Active Steering/Cruise - Comfort Access - PDC
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mrbillytalent Lieutenant 17 Rep 575 Posts Drives: '99 e46 323i & '07 e90 335i Join Date: May 2012 Location: Toledo OH iTrader: (1)	IMO it mixes well with Captain Morgan
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messi First Lieutenant 15 Rep 368 Posts Drives: 2009 E92 335i MSport Coupe 6AT Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Trinidad iTrader: (1)	That stuff destroys rubber. And is more dangerous than handling meth. U have to use large quantities to get octand effect. Gas already has toluene in it from what I know. Your fuel fumes will smell really bad as well. I used it on an old Subaru I had as well.
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Chefcg1 Major 69 Rep 1,137 Posts Drives: 2008 BMW 335i Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Mount Airy, NC iTrader: (6)	I used it for years with my Eclipse, Supra, GTO and Mustang. It is in gas already and is safe in moderation. My mix was 1 gal Xylene or toluene to 10 gal 93oct gas, pretty much makes you 110 octane if memory serves me correctly. it is rather an expensive alternative to e85 now that that is readily available. __________________ 2008 335i coupe AW 6AT, RB Turbos, PROcede 2.5 V5, Alpina Flash, Injen Intake, VK MW DP . Helix IC, Vishnu PnP Meth(M10 nozzel), M3 sides, OEM Aero Lip, VMR V710 Midnight Blue, LUX H8, HID Fogs, M3 front bits, D2 Coilovers, Whiteline Rear Bushing inserts, Custom M3 Steering Wheel, Cyba scoops, M2 Performance Exhaust
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rader1 Banned 70 Rep 2,197 Posts Drives: Cobb Stage 2+ 135i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Roanoke, VA iTrader: (0)	It's VERY unhealthy in high concentrations. However, use neoprene gloves and a respirator and you'll be OK as exposure is limited. It works very well as an octane booster(already in use in gasoline/race fuels also was used by INDY and F1.) Google toluene mixing charts and you'll get some info on mixing it for desired octane
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Velocity26 Resident old fart 146 Rep 575 Posts Drives: 2010 335i M-Sport Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Florida iTrader: (4)	The deal is that it can be had cheaper than E85, if purchased in large quantities. If you go to the local paint supply and buy it by the gallon (or 5 gallons) the price is very high. If you have a source that buys it by the Pallet (multiple drums) it can be purchased very cheap.
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1911A145 Captain 34 Rep 770 Posts Drives: 135i Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Port Saint Lucie, FL iTrader: (4)	Try looking up or buying a bottle of TORCO ACCELERATOR. I use the 32oz bottle mixed with 10 gallons of 93. Never an issue and by their charts raises the octane to around 100-105. It is about 25 bucks a can (20 if you become a "dealer" by just giving them a business license #) and is a great alternative to race gas. Ive used it in my 2011 5.0 Mustang and also the N54 BMW. I tend to keep a bottle in the trunk, too, incase you get stuck out in who knows where and the only fuel available is 87... Good luck.
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