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jhngardner367 · 10-30-2016, 11:07 AM

Ethanol doesn't make as much hp,as gasoline,therefore the engine works harder to do the same work.
The owner's manual of this truck states that if E-85 is used,the loadshould be reduced to 500lbs,the speed is reduced,and the truck should NOT pull a trailer,as overheating/engine damage can occur.
The damage was caused by hauling ,at highway speeds,and when the head over heated the coolant damaged the chamber side of the head.

10-30-2016, 11:07 AM	#9
jhngardner367 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Austin, Arkansas Posts: 248	Re: Question about timing chain/tensioner on 2.2L engine Ethanol doesn't make as much hp,as gasoline,therefore the engine works harder to do the same work. The owner's manual of this truck states that if E-85 is used,the loadshould be reduced to 500lbs,the speed is reduced,and the truck should NOT pull a trailer,as overheating/engine damage can occur. The damage was caused by hauling ,at highway speeds,and when the head over heated the coolant damaged the chamber side of the head. __________________ Always expect the unexpected,....but don't expect the unexpected to be the unexpected you expect ! I'm busier than a one-legged cat,in a sandbox! Veteran..and proud ! I can't fix what ain't broke....you want I should break it?