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To: FrankR

Vapor lock is a major problem for the old classic cars. Ethanol has a lower evaporation temperature.

Unfortunately, running high octane gasoline in an old car is not recommended either. I am stuck.

Adding diesel to the tank seems to help. Unfortunately, the car smokes a bit. LOL.


7 posted on 05/12/2018 7:00:35 AM PDT by dhs12345
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To: dhs12345

I’m assuming you need a lead substitute also due to non-hardened valve seats pre-1975?

I run that CD-2 additive. If the car sits any length of time, use “Ethanol Shield” stabilizer. The best I’ve found personally to date.


13 posted on 05/12/2018 7:08:23 AM PDT by headstamp 2 (My "White Privilege" is my work ethic.)
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To: dhs12345

My 65 Willys jeep handles ethanol free very well.

The Weber 2 barrel probably helps.


15 posted on 05/12/2018 7:08:34 AM PDT by wally_bert (I didn't get where I am today by selling ice cream tasting of bookends, pumice stone & West Germany)
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