2011 Cruze, why no E85?
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Where can I find a kit for the 2011 Cruze? Or is that for all other models?
I don't believe there is any reason can't use E85. However, there doesn't seem to be a plug and play kit for a 2011. Between BNR and ZZP, they seem to have these kits for 1.4L engines. BNR's kit doesn't cover the 2011, it seems odd but I'm sure there is a reason.
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If you really want to run E-85, I'm sure either would get you there with the least amount of messing around.
BNR 1.4T Flex Fuel Kit-BNR-FlexFuel14
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ZZP Sonic/Cruze E85 Flex Fuel Conversion Kit
This product will connect inline with your fuel line and it will be constantly monitoring the fuels ethanol percentage and then sending a signal to the PCM. With our ZZP Sonic/Cruze PCM tune setup for this kit, it will allow you to run any mix of e85/premium gasoline and the PCM will adjust the...
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If you really want to run E-85, I'm sure either would get you there with the least amount of messing around.
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Yeah, ZZP said it's the only model that can't do flex fuel. Dunno why though, I recall BNR saying it will run straight E85 but not flex fuel. E85 is expensive here and seems like it's not worth it. However water/meth injection or an upgraded intercooler seems like the best option. Or just running a decent octane booster...
Maybe something in the sensors or wiring missing to run e85 ?? something they changed the next model year.? They tend to mke small changes every year of the vehicle for improvements and or fixes. now as we have already seen they only take care of some fixes well noted by the PCV system issues.
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High octane, knock reduction. Looking at water/meth injection now though to bring down the intake temp too. I think that's causing my KR...
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The LUJ/LUV is ok to run E85 with the proper ECM calibration (aka a tune).
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You gunning for that promotion at GM I see, keep up the good work.
My 2014 is tuned for e85 with a Trifecta Elite tune but without the Flex Fuel conversion kit. I did two datalog runs using E85 from two different stations since I suspected the e85 of one of them was not up to par and submitted them to Trifecta. Proved I was right. Steven at Trifecta strongly recommended that I order the ZZP Flex Fuel Conversion kit because without it, the ECM is "blind" as to how much ethanol is truly in the tank, and is forced to compensate via skewing the fuel trims. Michael confirmed that the ZZP kit will work with their Elite tune. I placed my order with ZZP and the Flex Fuel kit should arrive in a couple of days.
The Flex Fuel Conversion kit also frees you from the anxiety of getting caught on the road with no e85 available near you, or perhaps having to drive far each time you need refueling. This is a bonus as it will also allow me to run other types of fuel (e.g. 93 oct, 106oct racing gas, etc - heck, I might even try avgas, lol) without fear of giving the car an indigestion.
Last, a special shoutout to the Trifecta gurus for their awesome and super fast service.
The Flex Fuel Conversion kit also frees you from the anxiety of getting caught on the road with no e85 available near you, or perhaps having to drive far each time you need refueling. This is a bonus as it will also allow me to run other types of fuel (e.g. 93 oct, 106oct racing gas, etc - heck, I might even try avgas, lol) without fear of giving the car an indigestion.
Last, a special shoutout to the Trifecta gurus for their awesome and super fast service.
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BNR said that year is missing a pinI don't believe there is any reason can't use E85. However, there doesn't seem to be a plug and play kit for a 2011. Between BNR and ZZP, they seem to have these kits for 1.4L engines. BNR's kit doesn't cover the 2011, it seems odd but I'm sure there is a reason.
BNR 1.4T Flex Fuel Kit-BNR-FlexFuel14
store.badnewsracing.net
ZZP Sonic/Cruze E85 Flex Fuel Conversion Kit
This product will connect inline with your fuel line and it will be constantly monitoring the fuels ethanol percentage and then sending a signal to the PCM. With our ZZP Sonic/Cruze PCM tune setup for this kit, it will allow you to run any mix of e85/premium gasoline and the PCM will adjust the...
If you really want to run E-85, I'm sure either would get you there with the least amount of messing around.
I find this subject interesting. I have a 2014.....and have just done a bit of research on these" kits". $259? Other than the supposed air pollution reduction, any more advantages? Is this simply a "I want it" for no particular (practical) reason?
Just curious...not challenging
Just curious...not challenging
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All the gen 1 years are. You have to add the pin to the ECM electrical connector and then run it to the ethanol sensor.
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