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Re: Radiator or Tank

To: Bryan Savage <basavage@earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: Radiator or Tank
From: Dave Dahlgren <ddahlgren@snet.net>
Date: Sun, 19 Oct 2003 16:12:12 -0400
Think more pressure than that.. I will give you a small hint try 50 psi...
Dave

Bryan Savage wrote:
> 
> In addition you can run stuff in the cooling system that can't be dumped
> on the salt.
> so if you have an engine that is steam pocket prone (Flathead) you can
> run 50%
> antifreeze at 24+ lb and keep maximum coolant temperature below about 230
> degrees. because the vented tank water will boil at about 204 degrees.
> Depending
> on the class, that setup will reduce drag if you can direct the air
> around the outside
> of the car instead of through the radiator.
> Dave's method is the only way to go in a streamliner.
> 
> Bryan





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