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Old 11-18-2010, 09:48 PM   #25 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by redpoint5 View Post
Wouldn't the direct injection eliminate pre-detonation? What is the limiting factor on CR if the fuel is directly injected? Can't we just go 20/1 and run the gas engine like a heat engine with no spark plugs?
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I think you missed the point I was trying to make, which is that it's not rational to do either speed or fuel economy mods for economic reasons. You do it as a form of recreation, for the fun and for the challenge.
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