preferred gas?

ice · 09-07-2003, 09:31 PM

so what gas do you fill up at the most?
(i.e. shell, chevron, 76...) and don't forget to explain why

coleslaw · 09-07-2003, 09:34 PM

There tend to be more Shell stations near me, so that's where I usually get my gas. I've heard that BP is some of the worst gas out there, but I don't know if that has changed since the merger.

attgig · 09-07-2003, 09:42 PM

i usually go to either the Crown station near me... cheapest within 1 mile (except the Carroll fuel that's close but only open till 7pm)

Freelance Superhero · 09-07-2003, 09:56 PM

i drive up and down california fairly often, which means when i need to gas up at a rest stop, i have a whole lot of stations to choose from.

having said that, i've found that chevron is always the brightest and cleanest, and because of these experiences, i've taken to filling up at chevrons whenever i'm low on gas and i spot one. there also happens to be a really cheap one i know of near where i live.

p3rsian · 09-07-2003, 10:02 PM

costco gas

cheap gas for a cheap car

ice · 09-07-2003, 10:31 PM

does anyone know what's up with arco gas? (been advised to stay away from them)

Apex · 09-07-2003, 11:23 PM

Mostly 76 (since the one near my area doesn't carry MTBE gas anymore). I also use Chevron.

Arco gas SUCKS. On average, it contains 10% ethanol (more than any other major brand). It will say on some of their pumps. Ethanol will not only decrease your fuel economy, but will lower the effective octane. If you're running a turbocharged car near the limits (ie. 17.5 psi on a 1st gen eclipse turbo, with stock injection & TD05-14B), prepare for some real problems. Melted pistons are $$$. This is rare though, as most vehicles just experience lowered performance.

http://www.arco.com/gas/faqs.html#16

bachviet · 09-07-2003, 11:24 PM

Shell since it's next to my house and the price is pretty good.

irwin · 09-08-2003, 12:08 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Apex
Mostly 76 (since the one near my area doesn't carry MTBE gas anymore). I also use Chevron.

Arco gas SUCKS. On average, it contains 10% ethanol (more than any other major brand). It will say on some of their pumps. Ethanol will not only decrease your fuel economy, but will lower the effective octane. If you're running a turbocharged car near the limits (ie. 17.5 psi on a 1st gen eclipse turbo, with stock injection & TD05-14B), prepare for some real problems. Melted pistons are $$$. This is rare though, as most vehicles just experience lowered performance.

http://www.arco.com/gas/faqs.html#16

Doh. I hit up the local Arco because they're so cheap.

attgig · 09-08-2003, 12:54 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by DarkFury
They give me 5% back on my credit card and my car & truck seem to run better when I use Shell gas versus other companies (but then again, maybe it's just me... )

well according to their recent TV ads that they've been putting up...you'd be getting better fuel economy as well...

btw...I've noticed that a few texaco's around my house have turned to shells and a couple amoco's became BP's...did they get bought out? or just coincidence?

Ladogaboy · 09-08-2003, 01:08 AM

I used to frequent the budget stations, but I've moved away from them since I've had a few incidences of water in my gas.

Anyway, I've used Arco the most, and I might start looking into other options once the gas prices go down a bit. I never noticed much of a performance increase when I switched over to Chevron, but my mileage did seem to increase.

Renski · 09-08-2003, 08:19 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by p3rsian
costco gas cheap gas for a cheap car

The Gas may be Cheap. But the gas is pretty good. Costco when I have the time. 76 if I'm lazy and low on gas.

coleslaw · 09-08-2003, 08:49 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by attgig
a couple amoco's became BP's...did they get bought out? or just coincidence?

Amoco merged into BP. Now at BP stations, you will see that they have signs on the pumps saying that they provide "Amoco" gas.

Jihforce · 09-08-2003, 10:45 AM

I've been filling up at my local Vons recently. I've used Chevron, Shell & Mobil. Also Costco gas. I tend to stay away from Arco for the same reasons state by Apex. Haven't seen any 76 near me so I don't really go there.

rasetsu · 09-08-2003, 02:37 PM

Usually Shell because of their rebate with the old Shell card, but that's gone now. Old habits are still hard to break though. Shell generally has the lowest prices in my area too. I'll get Chevron if there's no Shell around.

Merlin · 09-08-2003, 07:37 PM

You want my preferred gas? Come here and pull my finger!

bachviet · 09-08-2003, 09:14 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by DarkFury

Umm... Shell has a new bank now... "CITI" Shell Mastercard (they broke ties with the former Chase Shell card).

You still get 5% off of all of your Shell gas purchases and you get 1% back from all your other purchases with the card.

http://www.866getshell.com/

My Chase card (used to be Shell card) has 5% off from any gas purchase and 1% back from all other purchase.

ramazank2 · 09-08-2003, 11:22 PM

I mainly go to Shell. Cheapest and closest for me.

Since my shell mastercard from chase turned into the freeedom plan and the Citi shell never came despite many efforts I got the AAA card wich gives you 5% off any gas (any station) you get from paying at the pump. Would be great if they gave 1% off everything else but they dont....

glagic · 09-08-2003, 11:39 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by p3rsian
costco gas cheap gas for a cheap car

me too!

paid a nice $1.98 a gallon for gas...everywhere else around me is still like $2.10. i though gas prices were supposed to go down starting the day after labor day

brain · 09-08-2003, 11:48 PM

Chevron. Prices are starting to go down. $2.23 for premium. Although, I am tempted to go to the Shell station that has premium for $2.13

InfiniteNothing · 09-09-2003, 12:49 AM

I used to be a die hard chevron lover. Now I use shell. For some reason the premium is cheaper at shell (compared to other gas stations) while their regular is more expensive. thanks for the tip DP. I'll get that card unless Chevron can make me a better offer.

Aristo · 09-09-2003, 10:33 AM

chevron and exxonmobile.

coleslaw · 09-09-2003, 10:40 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by DarkFury
Chase is now partnered up with "Marathon Gas"

How many other people have used or even heard of Marathon Gas? The reason I ask is because they are headquartered in my home-town in Ohio and I thought that it was just a local thing... with DarkFury being in Indy, I can see why he has heard of Marathon. Anyone else?

bachviet · 09-09-2003, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by DarkFury

You better check that...

Chase is now partnered up with "Marathon Gas"... and no longer endorses Shell gas. I dropped them as soon as they dropped giving me rebates on my gas (as a matter of fact, they just phased out my rebates which went from 5% to 3% to 0%... buh bye!)

http://creditcardsatchase.com/portal..._auto_gascards

My Chase card is now called Chase Freedom card and it offers 5% on all gas purchase and 1% on everything else.

rasetsu · 09-09-2003, 10:53 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by DarkFury

Umm... Shell has a new bank now... "CITI" Shell Mastercard (they broke ties with the former Chase Shell card).

You still get 5% off of all of your Shell gas purchases and you get 1% back from all your other purchases with the card.

http://www.866getshell.com/

Well I just kept my Chase Mastercard after it became Chase Freedom Mastercard which gives me 5% back at ANY gas station now and the same 1% for other purchases. There's no Marathon gas in Southern California.

rasetsu · 09-09-2003, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by ramazank2
I mainly go to Shell. Cheapest and closest for me.

Since my shell mastercard from chase turned into the freeedom plan and the Citi shell never came despite many efforts I got the AAA card wich gives you 5% off any gas (any station) you get from paying at the pump. Would be great if they gave 1% off everything else but they dont....

I tried getting the Citi Shell card too but they were a pain and sent me letters and called me asking me to confirm this and that so I said nevermind.

rasetsu · 09-09-2003, 01:00 PM

http://www.personal-loans-lender.com...erfectcard.asp

Looks like the Freedom card is gone and replaced by the Perfect card that still gives you 3% on gas.

ramazank2 · 09-09-2003, 01:03 PM

My freedom card had 3% gas rebate but for the first 6 months it was either 5 or 6%.

civicdidex · 09-10-2003, 01:31 AM

citibank shell

Airencracken · 09-15-2003, 01:23 AM

I like shell, and it's only a bit more expensive than Arco so, hey there you go.

09-07-2003, 09:34 PM	#2
coleslaw Arrrhh! Join Date: May 2000 Location: LI NY Posts: 6,807	There tend to be more Shell stations near me, so that's where I usually get my gas. I've heard that BP is some of the worst gas out there, but I don't know if that has changed since the merger. __________________ A priest, a paladin and Varimathras walk into a bar...

09-07-2003, 09:42 PM	#3
attgig Chief of Naval Operations Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: the burbs of baltimore Posts: 11,924	i usually go to either the Crown station near me... cheapest within 1 mile (except the Carroll fuel that's close but only open till 7pm) __________________

09-07-2003, 09:56 PM	#4
Freelance Superhero Optimus Prime Join Date: May 2002 Location: in bed Posts: 4,116	i drive up and down california fairly often, which means when i need to gas up at a rest stop, i have a whole lot of stations to choose from. having said that, i've found that chevron is always the brightest and cleanest, and because of these experiences, i've taken to filling up at chevrons whenever i'm low on gas and i spot one. there also happens to be a really cheap one i know of near where i live. __________________ "I can't believe you can eat that; it looks like abortion." - Augusta, of the Tard-Blog

09-08-2003, 01:08 AM	#11
Ladogaboy Admiral Join Date: Jan 2000 Location: Hiding amongst the minnows Posts: 6,843	I used to frequent the budget stations, but I've moved away from them since I've had a few incidences of water in my gas. Anyway, I've used Arco the most, and I might start looking into other options once the gas prices go down a bit. I never noticed much of a performance increase when I switched over to Chevron, but my mileage did seem to increase. __________________ It is not enough to merely touch the face of god; you also must open your eyes so that you may see your palm.

09-10-2003, 01:31 AM	#29
civicdidex Lieutenant Commander Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: south san fran Posts: 537	citibank shell __________________ fate grasps me and blurs my vision

09-07-2003, 09:31 PM	#1
ice Lieutenant Junior Grade Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: ca Posts: 147	preferred gas? so what gas do you fill up at the most? (i.e. shell, chevron, 76...) and don't forget to explain why Last edited by ice : 09-07-2003 at 09:34 PM.

09-07-2003, 10:02 PM	#5
p3rsian Commander Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: San Diego Posts: 1,142	costco gas cheap gas for a cheap car

09-07-2003, 10:31 PM	#6
ice Lieutenant Junior Grade Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: ca Posts: 147	does anyone know what's up with arco gas? (been advised to stay away from them)

09-07-2003, 11:23 PM	#7
Apex Can you hear me now? Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Here Posts: 5,506	Mostly 76 (since the one near my area doesn't carry MTBE gas anymore). I also use Chevron. Arco gas SUCKS. On average, it contains 10% ethanol (more than any other major brand). It will say on some of their pumps. Ethanol will not only decrease your fuel economy, but will lower the effective octane. If you're running a turbocharged car near the limits (ie. 17.5 psi on a 1st gen eclipse turbo, with stock injection & TD05-14B), prepare for some real problems. Melted pistons are $$$. This is rare though, as most vehicles just experience lowered performance. http://www.arco.com/gas/faqs.html#16

09-07-2003, 11:24 PM	#8
bachviet What's Da Pho*? Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SoCal (714) Posts: 13,296	Shell since it's next to my house and the price is pretty good.

09-08-2003, 10:45 AM	#14
Jihforce Vice Admiral Join Date: Jan 2000 Posts: 4,352	I've been filling up at my local Vons recently. I've used Chevron, Shell & Mobil. Also Costco gas. I tend to stay away from Arco for the same reasons state by Apex. Haven't seen any 76 near me so I don't really go there.

09-08-2003, 02:37 PM	#15
rasetsu Lieutenant Commander Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 529	Usually Shell because of their rebate with the old Shell card, but that's gone now. Old habits are still hard to break though. Shell generally has the lowest prices in my area too. I'll get Chevron if there's no Shell around.

09-08-2003, 07:37 PM	#16
Merlin Admiral Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Square On My Arse Posts: 7,410	You want my preferred gas? Come here and pull my finger! __________________

09-08-2003, 11:22 PM	#18
ramazank2 Commander Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Costa Mesa, CA Posts: 1,295	I mainly go to Shell. Cheapest and closest for me. Since my shell mastercard from chase turned into the freeedom plan and the Citi shell never came despite many efforts I got the AAA card wich gives you 5% off any gas (any station) you get from paying at the pump. Would be great if they gave 1% off everything else but they dont....

09-08-2003, 11:48 PM	#20
brain Rear Admiral Upper Half Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Sherman Oaks, CA Posts: 3,404	Chevron. Prices are starting to go down. $2.23 for premium. Although, I am tempted to go to the Shell station that has premium for $2.13

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09-09-2003, 12:49 AM	#21
InfiniteNothing Chief of Naval Operations Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: San Diego Posts: 10,086	I used to be a die hard chevron lover. Now I use shell. For some reason the premium is cheaper at shell (compared to other gas stations) while their regular is more expensive. thanks for the tip DP. I'll get that card unless Chevron can make me a better offer.

09-09-2003, 10:33 AM	#22
Aristo Rear Admiral Lower Half Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 2,581	chevron and exxonmobile.

09-09-2003, 01:00 PM	#27
rasetsu Lieutenant Commander Join Date: Mar 2002 Posts: 529	http://www.personal-loans-lender.com...erfectcard.asp Looks like the Freedom card is gone and replaced by the Perfect card that still gives you 3% on gas.

09-09-2003, 01:03 PM	#28
ramazank2 Commander Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Costa Mesa, CA Posts: 1,295	My freedom card had 3% gas rebate but for the first 6 months it was either 5 or 6%.

09-15-2003, 01:23 AM	#30
Airencracken Admiral Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: California Posts: 6,681	I like shell, and it's only a bit more expensive than Arco so, hey there you go. __________________ "I remember my first orgasm, I just wish someone was there to share it with me..."11-05-2003 05:33 AM - Topane They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety. - Benjamin Franklin Religion is the sigh of the oppressed creature, the heart of a heartless world, & the soul of soulless conditions. It is the opiate of the masses. - Karl Marx Hell is other people - Jean-Paul Sartre

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