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From: Thomas E. Bryant <saltracer@awwwsome.com>
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> Gasoline is, as has been stated, critical on A/F mixture. 14.7:1 is the
> desired A/F ratio considering exhaust emissions, but 12.0:1 to 12.5:1 is
> the range that gives the best power. It is said that the most combustion
> heat is generated with A/F mixture about 10% rich. Assuming this is
> true, Why do lean mixture burn holes in pistons?
>
> Tom
>
Is this a test? oh well here goes my 12 EE.
Could it be that the excess oxygen combines with aluminum just as well as
with fuel?
Jim in Palmdale
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