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Old 11-30-2009, 12:09 PM   #27 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by lindsayjim View Post
I would not try this blend in anything except a cylinder direct fuel injection system.

In a carbureted system or a manifold injection system the mixture will go too lean and result in explosive ignition. Explosive ignition will quickly and seriously damage the engine.

In the experiment underway, the engine has an unmodified cylinder direct injection fuel system and an unmodified OEM computer controlled ignition advance system utilizing a knock (preignition) sensor.

To date, there are no adverse affects.
My experience points otherwise, but your mileage, and opinion, may vary.
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