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When ignited by the sparkplug, does a higher octane fuel...

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Question by Hutch
Submitted on 7/16/2003
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When ignited by the sparkplug, does a higher octane fuel burn with a progressive flame front, creating a smoother push on the piston than a lower octane fuel and thereby stress the bearings less than a lower octane fuel with a more abrupt pressure spike?


Answer by Jimmyfingers
Submitted on 9/5/2003
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Yep, thats right.

 

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