Flying J

[mikf]

We are on our way to Fl. On I75. Have been stopping at Flying J for gas, because I like the RV lanes for fuel. In Valdosta I noticed an orange sign saying caution E85 87 octane. for 2001 and newer vehicles. That was all they offered at the RV island besides diesel. I walked over to the auto pumps and they don’t have 87 octane there. Plus a lot the stations have put ev charging places in and some have done away with the dump stations. And trucks with no trailers taking up what rv parking that is left.

[glwinger]

Originally Posted by mikf

We are on our way to Fl. On I75. Have been stopping at Flying J for gas, because I like the RV lanes for fuel. In Valdosta I noticed an orange sign saying caution E85 87 octane. for 2001 and newer vehicles. That was all they offered at the RV island besides diesel. I walked over to the auto pumps and they don’t have 87 octane there. Plus a lot the stations have put ev charging places in and some have done away with the dump stations. And trucks with no trailers taking up what rv parking that is left.

Something wrong with their sign. E85 can only be used in flex fuel vehicles since it contains up 85%. 87 octane only contains up to 10% which is safe for 99% of vehicles.
PS: i have never seen that sign at any Flying J.

[Jim.B1]

My understanding is that trucks are paying for overnight stays and companies have actually contracted some locations for their fleets.
I recently noticed Flying J's along I-75 (Resaca, GA) have added EV Stations, removing RV parking lanes, but not at the expense of RV fuel and dump lanes.I continue to use Flying J's for fuel etc as well as overnight stays, but not pleased with their decision to do away with the fuel discount card and move to using your cell phone and QR Codes and or numbers.

[mikf]

Originally Posted by glwinger

Something wrong with their sign. E85 can only be used in flex fuel vehicles since it contains up 85%. 87 octane only contains up to 10% which is safe for 99% of vehicles.
PS: i have never seen that sign at any Flying J.

Well that is what it says in Valdosta Fl. Exit 2 on I75. The next FJ on 75 I went to the car pumps. No orange warning sign there, just up tp 10% ethanol. The Rv pumps had the orange sticker on them, but the lot was to busy for me to walk over and see if it said the exact same thing as Valdosta. If I stop there in April I will take a picture.

[mikf]

Originally Posted by Jim.B1

My understanding is that trucks are paying for overnight stays and companies have actually contracted some locations for their fleets.
I recently noticed Flying J's along I-75 (Resaca, GA) have added EV Stations, removing RV parking lanes, but not at the expense of RV fuel and dump lanes.I continue to use Flying J's for fuel etc as well as overnight stays, but not pleased with their decision to do away with the fuel discount card and move to using your cell phone and QR Codes and or numbers.

Even on our way Texas last fall many Flying Js has concreted over there dump stations. Good Sam card still gets 5 cents off on gas. I think maybe 8 on diesel.

[SafariBen]

I don't think they can get E85 down to 87 octane, so that's a little suspicious. You don't want E85 straight, but half and half would probably run fine, might throw a code or stumble on cold start up.

[hastemaker]

Originally Posted by mikf

We are on our way to Fl. On I75. Have been stopping at Flying J for gas, because I like the RV lanes for fuel. In Valdosta I noticed an orange sign saying caution E85 87 octane. for 2001 and newer vehicles. That was all they offered at the RV island besides diesel. I walked over to the auto pumps and they don’t have 87 octane there. Plus a lot the stations have put ev charging places in and some have done away with the dump stations. And trucks with no trailers taking up what rv parking that is left.

I can't help you with the orange gas sign? But as for the bobtail trucks parking in the RV parking area, these guys are away from home & this is a good place to park while waiting for a load, they are working, unlike most of us Rv people.

[MORSNO]

I don't use Flying J or Pilot for gasoline while traveling, it isn't a top tier gas and in fact I have never seen it on a recommended gasoline list. I always try to stay with Chevron (preferably) or Texico and Shell for the best additives. If your rig uses diesel, Flying J/Pilot should be fine.

The other gas you may run into in your travels is 85 octane gas at stations in the high-altitude areas of the US, lower octane normally won't detonate/ping at elevation, but I try to avoid it too.

[indiana journey]

We quit using the "j" when pilot bought them. We had used them almost exclusively until then. Too many other stations to choose from that seem to like our business.
Good Luck,
Indiana Journey

[Persistent]

As posted above, 85% ethanol is limited to certain flex fuel vehicles.

15% ethanol is a recent controversial introduction. Most vehicles have not been life tested using this formula. It is usually slightly higher octane than regular. Some say it may affect materials in some parts of some fuel systems.

10% ethanol is the common regular. It comes in different octane ratings. Sometimes other chemicals are substituted for some or all of the ethanol. It depends on local emissions requirements in certain weather conditions.

My 2024 Ford Expedition MAX instructions warns against using fuel with more than 10% ethanol or the low octane fuel sold is some places including mountainous areas. It recommends using high octane fuel when towing heavy loads for better performance.

Know the recommendations for your vehicle. They are not all the same.

Employees who make signs are not always the most technically astute.

[Ray,IN]

Originally Posted by SafariBen

I don't think they can get E85 down to 87 octane, so that's a little suspicious. You don't want E85 straight, but half and half would probably run fine, might throw a code or stumble on cold start up.

My Chevrolet owners manual says not to mix a tank, it's either E85 or gasoline. Not to switch unless the fuel tank is below 1/4.

[d23haynes57]

Originally Posted by MORSNO

I don't use Flying J or Pilot for gasoline while traveling, it isn't a top tier gas and in fact I have never seen it on a recommended gasoline list. I always try to stay with Chevron (preferably) or Texico and Shell for the best additives. If your rig uses diesel, Flying J/Pilot should be fine.

The other gas you may run into in your travels is 85 octane gas at stations in the high-altitude areas of the US, lower octane normally won't detonate/ping at elevation, but I try to avoid it too.

Lower octane at elevations is OK unless you have a turbocharged engine. The turbo will compensate for the lower air density.

[Sam 3]

We only are by our Flying J in Pembrook,NY once a year. We like to eat at their Denny's. Shocked to see all the RV parking gone and charging stations in its place. The dump station remains. We gas up at a cheaper gas station. They have a huge area in the back for truckers to park and fuel up.

[Spdracr39]

The ethanol can degrade your fuel lines if your vehicle isn't rated for using it. I don't think one tank will hurt much as long as it doesn't sit in there for too long. I think only offering the one choice indicates an issue with the pump not a permanently limited choice.