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Old 04-01-2013, 11:45 AM   #48 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by topcat View Post
I'm surprised no one has mentioned diluting petrol or diesel with methanol. Can it safely be done to a regular car, where does one get hold of methanol, is it cheaper than petrol?
The energy density of methanol is half that of gasoline. On an unmodified fuel injection system this will lead to dangerously lean mixtures as well as significantly reduced mileage.
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