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Rusty Bell 65 said:
Sunoco had 260, which was the highest octane pump gas. Speed shops sold racing gas,
some of us would add some of that to our cars. That shit worked! Some went to the airport
and added airplane gas, but that stuff burns hotter than race gas. I stayed away from the airport.
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Jet fuel is actually kerosine. I remember camping as a kid using kerosine lanterns and it smelling the same as aircraft exhaust.
 
LurchAddams said:
Diesel is over $7/gal in some areas in WA state now.
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Diesel prices in Washington state have hit record highs in 2026, with some stations (especially in the Seattle area) exceeding $7 per gallon, while the statewide average has been in the mid-to-high $6 range recently (e.g., around $6.53–$6.96).


This is significantly above the national average (typically around $5–$5.60 recently). Here’s why, based on a combination of global, regional, and state-specific factors:


1. Global Supply Disruptions (Biggest Recent Driver)​


  • Ongoing conflict involving Iran and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz (a critical chokepoint for ~20–25% of global seaborne oil) have tightened crude oil and refined fuel supplies.
  • This has pushed up prices nationwide, but diesel has been hit harder because it’s heavily used for trucking, shipping, and industry. West Coast states like WA and California feel it more due to reliance on imports and limited local refining flexibility.

2. Washington’s State Policies and Taxes​


  • Climate Commitment Act (Cap-and-Trade): This carbon pricing program adds an estimated 40–60 cents per gallon (sometimes more depending on auction prices) to fuel costs. It’s a major reason WA prices are much higher than neighbors like Oregon or Idaho.
  • High fuel taxes: WA has some of the highest gas/diesel taxes in the U.S. (state diesel tax recently increased to ~58.4 cents/gallon, with more hikes planned). These stack on top of federal taxes.
  • Other regulations (e.g., low-carbon fuel standards, environmental rules) further raise refining and distribution costs on the West Coast.

3. Regional Supply and Refining Issues​


  • The West Coast has limited refinery capacity relative to demand, and issues at CA refineries often ripple into WA.
 
LurchAddams said:
Jet fuel is actually kerosine. I remember camping as a kid using kerosine lanterns and it smelling the same as aircraft exhaust.
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Yes, it is. Piston engine planes ran kinda like an alcohol. You can run alcohol in a street car to increase performance, but it eats standard seals. And you have to set up the carburetor, which can be a pain in the ass.
 
LurchAddams said:
Jet fuel is actually kerosine. I remember camping as a kid using kerosine lanterns and it smelling the same as aircraft exhaust.
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In everyday terms, people often say "jet fuel is kerosene" because the core base is the same, and the differences are mainly in refinement, testing, and additives for safety and engine performance.

Sniffing kerosene vapors can have long-term or chronic health effects on human; and effects depend on the frequency, duration, concentration, and individual factors.

Chronic low-level exposure has been linked to effects like poor coordination, difficulty concentrating, and other neurological symptoms. As with other inhalants, repeated use risks broader damage to the brain (e.g., memory issues, cognitive deficits, etc.).
 
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