Just curious if anyone knows why CT (for example), has no e85 stations? We have one in Hartford but its for DOT use only. I tried searching to see why but can't find anything.. Anyone know?

 

I don't know the proper answer, but I'd presume it's due to lack of demand and questionable prices. Not many people have an e85 flex fuel capable vehicle, and I have my suspicions that the cost/mile is higher when running on e85 than the current e10. I've no proof of that, though, merely speculation.

 

Using all the e85 locators I did not find any either, and I was also curious as to why. So in searching I found this article, that I'm linking to below that lists the stations I've also listed below. I did recently switch and am very happy with it. I am on the NY border to there are a few station near me. This article if from June 2010. I'm planning on calling a few of these, especially any that may be on route to Lime Rock for me so I don't have to bring extra gas or do a swap.

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/5587542/e85_and_biodiesel_stations_in_connecticut_pg2.html ?cat=57

Connecticut E85 Stations

Valero, 930 Silas Deane Highway, Bakersfield, CT - 860.529.0302 -, $2.91 gallon
Valero, 720 N Colony Rd, Walling ford, CT - $2.99 gallon
Valero, 528 Main St, West Haven, CT - 203.932.3080 - $2.99 gallon
Valero, 1030 Hamilton Ave, Waterbury, CT - $3.15 gallon
Valero, 1101 E Main Street, Meriden, CT - 203.630.1710 - $3.15 gallon
Valero, 1676 Watertown Ave, Waterbury, CT -203.755.6588 - $3.00 gallon
Valero, 384 Main St, Durham, CT -860.349.2108 - $3.06 gallon
Valero, 619 Saybrook Rd, Middletown, CT - 860.343.0325 - $3.11 gallon
Valero, 105 West Street, Bristol, CT - 860.349.2108 - $2.14 gallon
Valero, 1053 Farmington Ave, Bristol, CT - 860.589.4890 - $2.81 gallon
Valero, 67 E Main St, Plainville, CT - 860.747.3481 - $3.11 gallon
Valero, 1916 Poquonock Ave, Windsor, CT - 860.292.6480 - $2.99 gallon
Valero, 245 Ella Grasso Tpke, Windsor Locks, CT - 860.292.6480 - $2.99 gallon
Valero, 194 Kelsey St, Newington, CT - 860.667.2154 - $2.84 gallon
Valero, 269 Main St, Windsor Locks, CT - 860.668.6410 - $3.09 gallon
Valero, 801 Thompsonville Rd, Suffield, CT - 860.668.6410 - $3.11 gallon
Valero, 867 Wethersfield Ave, Hartford, CT - 860.745.1665 - $2.88 gallon
Valero, 56 Enfield St, Enfield, CT - 860.644.2322 - $3.11 gallon
Valero, 216 Main Street, Ashaway, RI - 401.3773.4159 - $2.96 gallon
Cumberland Farms Gulf, 430 Route 9W, Glenmont, NY - 518.432.9154 - $2.06 gallon

 

Did you have to do anything to your fuel system/management to swap. I was under the impression you could not just fill up with E85, am I wrong? Adding enzyme eater treatment? Lots of trouble with just the E10 on small motors (esp 2 stroke).

 

I believe with e85 you essentially have to double your normal fuel setup. IE if you run 1000cc injectors you need 2000cc and a 2nd fuel pump and tune, etc.

 

just a retune. I went from making 450hp at 16.5 psi to 450hp at 12psi. If I wanted to get into the 550hp range I could upgrade to ID1600's and bigger pump, but there is no need, my priority is on getting my car corner balanced/align and proper oil cooling. I made the switch to E85 as it runs cooler and will help keep temps down, plus my tuner (Jeff Evans) loves E85.

 

You mean just a retune in your case right?

 

yes thank you