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How does manganese improve the octane number of gasoline & other fuels? by Erum Qayyum (9/14/2003)
I am looking for information on the addition of xylene and distillates as it applies to... by Garey Porter (3/26/2004)
what is the difference in regular and unleaded gas? by da (3/19/2005)
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What is the weight of gasoline? by Ted (5/28/2004)
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The correct name for the (RON+MON)/2 formula is the "antiknock index", and it remains the... by Karl (2/27/2004)
WHAT IS THE CALORIFIC VALUE FOR AUTOMOBILE GAS by PRINCEWILL (9/9/2003)
What ingredient is added to enhance the smell of auto gasoline? Aviation gasoline... by Dick Siano (2/23/2004)
what are the values of the following parameters for diesel and gasoline : specific... by moufid (1/20/2004)
how can the compression ratio for a gasoline... by alexander odjesa (6/7/2004)
what is the weight of 1 gallon of gasoline ? by nick (9/7/2005)
what if I use regular petrol in my car when i am supposed to use super by atif (10/3/2005)
will a small amount of deisel mess up an unleaded fuel engine by acidrain (5/5/2004)
Will mixing gasonline from two different gas stations cause harm to the engine? by littlejohnson (6/29/2003)
how do we get our gasoline, and why does it cost so much? Will the price ever go down? by kris (4/15/2004)
Why does adding a small amt. of acetone to gasoline (2 oz per 10 gallons) help to change... by doonboggle (10/2/2005)
I wish to get a investment budget for the opening of a gasoline station by Alessandro Mari (4/15/2004)
What is the differance between automotive gasoline and (white gas?)coleman fuel and what... by tripple t (3/23/2004)
how was the gasoline engine invented? by gago (3/2/2005)
Which European countries use MMT as an fuel additive? How much is used in each country or... by Tom Returned (2/12/2004)
Why is turning on of cellphones prohibited while filling up? by charlie (3/27/2004)
what is the composition of pure tertiary butyl alcohol to produce isobutylene? by umi (11/3/2003)
How many gallons or liters of gasoline are made from a barrel of crude oil? What are... by Dlizzy (5/30/2004)
where does gasoline come form? by brooker (9/7/2003)
Where does gasoline come from? by Angelika (2/23/2004)
I've heard that adding mothballs to fuel can increase the octane level. Is this... by Oly (5/4/2004)
What are the emissions from various octanes? Does using the wrong octane affect emissions?... by G-train (6/30/2003)
I understand that Natural Gas prices are dependent on the Crude Oil prices and is directly... by ksssarma (11/15/2003)
WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF YOU PUT 100 OCT. GAS WITH LEAD IN A NEWER 4CC CAR. NOT A FULL TANK, 4... by AUTOBONONE (5/4/2005)
Is there any effect of magnetic field on gasoline molecules? can magnetic field applied at... by meeta (11/14/2003)
Will higher octane gasoline result in cooler combustion temperatures? by John (11/24/2005)
what is the difference between super, standard and unleaded petrol by frog (4/21/2005)
What is the scientific name for gasoline. what is it's history and who discovered... by don\\\'t (11/21/2003)
Why does the last quarter of a tank of gas seem to burn off more quickly than the rest of... by gomer (12/22/2003)
How do I get rid of the smell of gasoline that spilled inside my car? by Noname (11/5/2003)
what is the function of the egr valve? Can it be repaired or does it need to be replaced? by willycox (11/6/2003)
what is formula for gasoline? by usama (4/23/2004)
what is the calorific value of gasoline in kcal/kg? by anit (5/6/2004)
If i purchase 100LL Av gas what is the equivalent automotive rating? Thanks Willie by Willie (11/18/2003)
What does gasoline do to a diesel engine? by Jen (8/9/2005)
I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW : 1)WHETHER FERROCENE 98% ITSELF CAN INCREASE THE OCTANE NUMBER... by JHONATHAN (6/28/2003)
What happens if you pit diesel in an unleaded car, will it damage the engine? by kerby (11/22/2003)
how much is a gallon of diesel by annie (9/7/2005)
How many litres of standard unleaded gasoline can be refined from a barrel of crude? Does... by Pat Hogan (6/11/2004)
what if anything would diesel fuel do to the fuel system of a gasoline engine? would it... by tinkertoys (7/15/2005)
Exactly what percent of gasoline (standard, unleaded that you buy at a pump) is made up of... by Melanie (10/12/2003)
I want to Know about corrosion inhibitors in gasoline and diesel by ricardo (11/3/2003)
I put unleaded fuel in a diesel accidentally while driving a friends vehicle on a 375 mile... by powwow (8/5/2005)
what gasoline would give me better gas mileage in my 95 Nissan sentra and why? by muffin (5/4/2004)
What is the actual increase in gasoline consumption in the world (and also in the United... by Kent (5/20/2004)
Why must gasoline whipped in winter to a northern state such as Minnesota, be different... by L.L. (3/11/2004)
Why does Auto Gas gum things up as it get old. I see not problem with Aviation Gas. I... by Bill (6/27/2004)
what are the differences in quality between getting gas from one big name station to a... by mr 9ball (6/27/2004)
i live in Colorado and we have 3 grades of gas 85, 87, and 91 octane. other states have... by christine jenkins (4/29/2004)
Someone who really knows what they are talking about, is there any difference between like... by angela (6/28/2004)
Please explain the reasons for the significant peaks and valleys in the price of petrol... by catgorman (3/10/2004)
what happens if you put unleaded petrol into a diesel car? by kaz (7/2/2005)
Is compression ratio in diesal engine is gerater or lesser than that of expension ratio? by Arslan (3/31/2005)
Is there a complete list of chemicals in gasoline? I am looking for 2-Butanone (MEK)... by Bruce (1/24/2004)
As temperature changes, what is the affect on air/fuel ratio? by Bill (12/14/2005)
wich gasoline provides better fuel economy by noel cura (11/12/2003)
What is the chemical composition of diesel? by Tanja (1/8/2004)
whats different between LPG cars and diesel cars. by bow (10/13/2005)
I rented a diesel truck and mistakenly put 1/4 of unleaded gas into the tank. Can... by Oops (1/12/2005)
Deisel Fuel was put into my John Deere Riding Lawn Mower - is the engine now ruined? by MSC32 (5/29/2005)
What happens if you add a 1/4 tank of unleaded to diesel car? by evln (7/13/2004)
what is exactly meant by negative temperature region? by pallavi (8/9/2003)
What are the gases given off by gasoline? by mhay (9/29/2004)
i had an accident in my basement and gas poured all over the cement.. now the vapor and... by nate (3/27/2005)
WHAT IS THE SHELF LIFE OF GASOLINE? by TONY (8/18/2003)
From what company can I trust to buy quality gasoline? by celestedawn (8/17/2005)
When was the last time gasoline was restricted and what were the causes of this crisis? by Shelly (9/26/2003)
what is the chemical structure of Gasoline? by Lenny (5/3/2004)
what happens if you use unleaded when you are supposed to use leaded gas? by katpet (7/18/2003)
How many gasoline companies or distributors are in the USA? What oil companies are... by swervn (3/12/2004)
what are the effects of adding kerosene as an additive to gasoline? what does it do... by john (7/31/2005)
What affect that wind speed & direction, octane rating, height in sea level, and topograph... by frank (4/14/2004)
How can gasoline make car move by alex (1/15/2004)
What is the ignition temperature of gasoline? by pfeiffer, richard (3/12/2004)
How long does it take to go from crude oil to gasoline at the pump? How long does... by yop (5/21/2004)
why spark is needed in case of gasoline engines? by ravi (6/26/2004)
Does putting different name brands of gas (i.e. Texaco, chevron, gate, kangaroo)in your... by kim (12/3/2003)
What chemical(s) will coagulate or emulsify gasoline such that it will take a gelatinous... by glueckwunsch (4/29/2004)
How can we find a solution or material or instrument to discover a small quantity of... by Alexandre Daccache (5/14/2004)
What should you do if you spill gas on your lawn? by TD (8/19/2005)
Is it legal to import a new diesal engine vehicle (such as an SUV) into the USA from a... by Ray (1/31/2005)
what happens when you put diesal fuel in your car when its not one by dreamer0010 (8/5/2003)
when was unleaded gas introduced to America? by kenkayty (5/17/2004)
is gas a metal or non-metal? is it a element or a compound? and is it a molecular or... by daviddc (5/9/2004)
What can grow in gas,or live in it? by tannick, (5/15/2004)
HOW CAN I CHECK FOR WATER IN GASOLINE? by RALPH (3/6/2004)
What are some theories that related to gasoline station? by Rhein (1/11/2004)
What is the origins and source of gasoline. What are the steps in refining petroleum to... by renee (5/24/2005)
gasoline is definitely a vital fluid in all over the world. it is as vital to the economy... by azah (8/4/2003)
could gas be semi-frozen to isolate dilutants(so as to be removed)to purify the mixture... by adam (3/5/2004)
what is gasoline made of? by Chazzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzy (10/12/2005)
My mother inherited a 1964 Jeep from her father and is being told by her mechanic that it... by Cathy (4/7/2004)
why is gasoline not classified as a lipid by te (11/15/2004)
what is the vapor pressure and flammable range of gasoline by tom g (10/6/2003)
Does anyone have information on gasoline fuel contamination? How ofter does it happen?... by bsilcox (9/17/2004)
I would like to know if I can remove the alcohol from my mogas by adding water and shaking... by mogas (12/1/2003)
Is there any difference between gas at a Shell or Chevron station to the gas at a corner... by r2a2 (7/6/2003)
What is the chemical formula of gasoline? by ChuRrO (3/8/2004)
I wanted to a testing using a petrol or gasoline. Method, I have to put the petrol inside... by hasbullah (3/8/2004)
what are the componets of gasloine? how do the diffent various types gas differ? by sjf (10/1/2003)
what is the effect of spark timing on performance of s.i. engine using gasoline by manoj (8/5/2004)
Has the cost of gasoline been equal to the cost of anything in the past three decades? Of... by Jack Powers (3/8/2004)
How do I clean up a small gasoline spill on concrete in my garage from a gas can?... by Debby (5/18/2004)
what is LPG? what is Octane and octane ratings? what is "knocking"? what is "anti-knock... by aditya p.m. (1/10/2004)
Why does deisel fuel cost more than mid grade gasoline when it used to be cheaper than... by mulpay (4/2/2005)
Is there any known system of gasoline tax rebate around the world? by Ellen (10/25/2003)
what are the waste products of the gasoline engine? by hello (9/12/2004)
I would like to know if diesel fuel is the same as home heating fuel I would like to run... by KMS (9/12/2005)
In the second World War, the Germans scientists discovered the formula for synthetic... by yoffee (7/12/2003)
I recently spilled gasoline in my car, how can I get the smell out? by Ashley (8/29/2003)
I spilled gasoline in my car and have tried everything under the sun to remove and have... by Dawn (12/31/2003)
what is the difference between unleaded and diesel gas? by jhonson (10/3/2004)
Is the refining process more expensive because consumers are offered 3 octane choices at... by JMash (3/16/2004)
Why do they call it gasoline? by carrie-so-very (4/26/2005)
Hello,I'm a researcher, I'm having a problem finding a basic chemical name for basic... by Brit Sasser (11/14/2005)
Does gas become noncombustible, and if not how come when left in my mower it will not... by Curiousaboutthis (4/10/2005)
WHAT IS THE FLASH POINT OF GAS by ART (10/4/2004)
Can modern gas engine run on 100% ethanol/methanol? What percentage of gas/eth... by yah Ok (5/12/2004)
If Gasoline is soluble in nonpolar solvents, why isn't classified as a lipid? by erika (7/16/2003)
If you normally put 87 in your gas tank and someone else put in 91 will that mess up your... by Jen (11/13/2005)
What is the country of origin, the one the oil wells are in, that the crude oil refined in... by thekrout49 (12/30/2003)
What is the average (v/v)percentage of Xylenes in North American gasoline? by Bernard McCue (8/25/2003)
Is there any regulations that pertains to gasoline dispenser versus diesel dispensers at... by dumb and dummer (10/8/2003)
When the combustion engine burns 1 gallon of gasoline. How many pounds or ton per gallon... by Killer (5/3/2004)
What is the typical composition of gasoline at the pump in China. I am looking for the... by Shelto (7/16/2003)
What are three types of gas? by D (9/21/2003)
how do you get petrol of cd s i spilt petrol in back of car all over cd s case by ginny (9/17/2005)
What is the % of water in gasoline?? I was told that gasoline is 25% water. Is... by kgf (4/11/2004)
I put diesel gas in my car on accident I want to know what it will take to fix and an... by heather (12/7/2004)
All other variables being equal, is it true that a lower octane level gasoline will have... by EDWARD (8/23/2003)
What is the freezing point of unleaded gasoline? by Brad (1/17/2004)
how much does a gallon of diesel fuel weigh by ryan walker (12/30/2003)
What is the percentage (v/v) of Xylene in gasoline? by Mac (8/25/2003)
What happens if you accidently put gasoline into a diesel tank? what would be the... by Bob Johnson (1/28/2004)
I know that a local gas station is falsely advertising the octane levels in their... by jonathan (7/1/2003)
What types of molecules are present in unleaded and leaded gasoline? by jack (2/24/2004)
how do I measure HC,co,Co2,O2 by chuck (7/25/2005)
If the owner's manual says only super unlead gasoline may be used for the car, if I use 87... by vv (6/22/2004)
What is gasoline made of? by viper (12/9/2003)
what does gasoline turn into after sitting in a tank for 10+ years? by #1 tech bull (11/8/2003)
HOW LONG WOULD THE USA RESERVE LAST IF IT WERE THE ONLY SOURCE FOR GASOLINE IN THE USA by DICK (4/1/2004)
who invented race car fuel? by steph (2/29/2004)
Is the lead content of various gasoline stations differ from each other even if they are... by nesty (2/14/2004)
what is chemical properties of gasoline?i.e. enthalpy,specific gravity etc by omer (7/27/2003)
is there a danger if you don't switched off your cellphones in the gasoline station by jep (12/9/2004)
What are the major reasons why gasoline prices increased tremendously in the 1970�s in the... by ngocminh192003 (6/17/2004)
I've read 6.13 and 6.14 and low octane levels then what the car is rated for will cause... by nosey (10/29/2003)
How many kWh of energy are there in 1L of gasoline? by gs (11/8/2003)
On a natural gas well not fitted with a pump jack, is there a method other than a BTU... by Ralph G. Reser (8/30/2003)
Which country in the world does the US import most of its oil from (i.e., who is its... by ngocminh192003 (6/17/2004)
What is the chemical compound that can melt rubber cement? by Tess (1/16/2004)
what is the differences between petrol and gas by kelly (6/21/2004)
Why are the hydrocarbons considered good for combustion? Why are they a good source for... by Magnumb69 (9/25/2003)
When ignited by the sparkplug, does a higher octane fuel burn with a progressive flame... by Hutch (7/16/2003)

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