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Old 06-26-2016, 03:31 PM   #18 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by the hho web site
In checking out some hho videos and sites, it was pointed out that with computer controlled engines, the benefits are short-term. Once the computer compensates for the imbalance, it negates the benefit. You have to have the computer tuned for the new mix. With the improved combustion, there is also a risk of overheating the engine before you get things tweaked. It is highly recommended that there be an exhaust manifold temp sensor installed.
The typical unicorn "it wont work because" statement.
A few years ago it wouldn't work because the HHO would rust the exhaust manifold out and you need a stainless steel one, which is not true.
Those garbage HHO bubblers don't do enough to over heat the engine under any circumstances.
Plus if that much heat was being rejected through the exhaust and coolant system then its highly inefficient. "Over heating" is not a condition of "improved efficiency".
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