[net.auto] carb cleaners and octane boosters

jm@tekig.UUCP (Jeff Mizener) (12/17/84)

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Mr. Dan says:
>	2] any 88-89 octane regular leaded fuel and a small amount of 
>	   labratory grade napthalene.
>
>You know, labratory grade, pure napthalene.  The stuff labeled
>"Moth Balls" at your local store.  3 balls/gallon, I kid you not.

Moth balls are not napthalene, they are paradichlorobenzene.  At least
they used to be.

But they probably work anyway.

Here's another recipe:
	1) in a well ventilated area (a hood works well), add a few drops
	   of hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) to 2 oz. methanol (wood alcohol).
	   Mix well.
	2) Add this to 4 oz. of toluene (this is the main ingredient of many
	   commercial octane boosters).
	   Mix well.  Store in a clean, tightly capped container.  It keeps
	   for a few months.
	3) Use one tablespoon per tank (12gal or so)  (not a misprint, 1 tbsp.).

This has been used successfully by at least one person (who is not me).

Best of luck.  Please understand that this is offered without warrantee.

Have a leaded premium day.

	Jeff Mizener / Tektronix Portables ADG / Beaverton OR

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