What exactly is C-16 ? And could it work in my 328i?

[Asmodeus]

I was checking out some dyno graphs in another forum, and noticed that there was a comparison graph between 91 octane and C-16.

C-16 yielded much more power than 91 Octane. So wanted to know what it was and can I use it in my BMW?

Also, how difficult is this stuff to find?

Thanks guys

 

[unDummy]

C16
Used in: Turbocharged engines, blown engines and nitrous applications. NHRA Comp Eliminator spec fuel. Recommended by the top nitrous oxide companies.

• Color: Blue
• Lead: 6 Grams per gallon
• Motor Octane: 117
• Specific gravity: .730 at 60° F


Its got LEAD. Use it when you want to murder the catalytics and 02 sensors

[ September 09, 2003, 08:11 AM: Message edited by: BOBISTHEOILGUY ]

 

[Asmodeus]

Thanks for the info.

Lead is a big no-no.

 

[Drew99GT]

On a street engine, you would probably lose quite a bit of performance with a leaded racing fuel like C 16. Reminds me of the rice burners that I see filling up at a local station here in town that caters to the hot rods by selling 93 octane LEADED. I see mrons filling up with the stuff all the time. I told one guy that he just put leaded gas in an unleaded vehicle. He told me it wouldn't hurt a thing

My money's on a check engine light and a burned up 02 in due time if he continues using it.