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Old 05-08-2012, 07:48 PM   #127 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by OldGuy View Post
From Wikipedia: Octane rating


Octane rating is all based on actual tests in real engines as shown at this very interesting link.
John,s Octane Engine Page

Adding Diesel to Gasoline is a very Bad Idea.
Hmm, that would be a very interesting device to have laying around.

It also explains the different factors that make the Octane number nicely in the faq below.

Octane Boosters

Not to mention the kero/mineral spirits top lube
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