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LEAD REPLACEMENT PETROL

The Commonwealth Government phased out leaded petrol in Australia as of 1 January 2002.

Lead additives in petrol raised the octane of the petrol, and provided protection against valve-seat rececession. This was necessary for most cars produced before 1986.

Lead Replacement Petrol brochure

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