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So instead of starting two threads i decided to ask it all in one since they aren't too in depth questions. My first question is, anyone with a 2000 civic experience starting issues? What i mean is, i sometimes have to let the engine turnover like 6-9 times before it starts if its been sitting for like 5+ hours. Not sure if this is normal, it never "doesnt" start but it seems to have issues.

Question two is, has anyone with a d16y7 ever tried any of the higher octane fuels? I wanna try something like a 89 or 91 just to see how the car runs, but i dont wanna have it run like crap for a full tank lol. Any ideas on this?