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Old 11-06-2002, 03:32 AM
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Hi from downunder.!!!
Someone told me to mix 2.5% acetone to your fuel to help
keep the engine clean and stop oil deposits etc.
I am running a Super Tigre S2000. and would or could this damage the engine?.Also what is the best engine/oil ratio for the Super Tigre's.?.
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Old 11-06-2002, 09:56 AM
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If you use Shell A for mixing, it already has 3% acetone in it. This is generally accepted to be a good thing, at least amongst us Aussies. Search this forum for "acetone" for more info.

As for Tigre Juice, I'm sure someone else will set you staight on this...........
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Originally posted by brogo
Hi from downunder.!!!
Hey, watch it...I'm downunder
Old 11-06-2002, 06:32 PM
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Doubt acetone will make it run cleaner. Since it has less oxygen than methanol it would probably be slightly worse about leaving carbon deposits.
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I think the main reason for adding acetone is that it makes tuning the engine easier. It sort of widens the sweet spot when adjusting the needle. I don't think it will clean the engine.

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