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Old 09-06-2012, 03:45 PM   #11
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Re: Increased MPG for carbs?

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The whole idea is plausible. I mean, the entire "theory" is that it uses fumes, which are much more potent and easier to consume than raw fuel. If you've ever lit alcohol on fire, it's the same thing. The fumes are so flammable that the liquid never catches on fire. The flame actually just causes the alcohol to evaporate and burn above it.
Just so you know, that's how every carb on the planet works. You don't just pump liquid fuel into the cylinders, the carb atomizes the liquid fuel (turns it into "fumes") by using a a venturi and engine vacuum.
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