66Satellite47
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Just one point of experience. My 500/440 was a true 10.5, EDE RPM heads, ran just fine on the local 93 premium. Flat top pistons about .010 down, .039 gaskets, fairly mild Comp solid cam.
91. I have had several mid 10:1 engines that I struggled with detonation on our 91 gas. Always had to drop the timing a couple degrees and slow the advance curve. My last 2 motors 9.6:1 and 9.7:1 have not had any issues running the timing where they made the most power on the dyno. I've just decided I want to be under 10:1. I'm sure gas quality will not be getting better as time goes on and the power loss is very small when lowering your comp ratio 1/2 point.What gas do you plan to run? Why is it so important to get the compression down?
91. I have had several mid 10:1 engines that I struggled with detonation on our 91 gas. Always had to drop the timing a couple degrees and slow the advance curve. My last 2 motors 9.6:1 and 9.7:1 have not had any issues running the timing where they made the most power on the dyno. I've just decided I want to be under 10:1. I'm sure gas quality will not be getting better as time goes on and the power loss is very small when lowering your comp ratio 1/2 point.