[Diy_efi] Water metanol turbo assist

[Greg Hermann]

At 11:24 PM 1/5/03, Derek wrote:
>> I didn't say that. I believe 13.8 to 14.2 IS richer than stoich !! ??!! I
>> think I even explained the reason why the extra fuel makes more power ???
>> !!
>
>But generally, 12.5:1 is referred to as being the maximum power WOT gasoline
>AFR. Just wondering why you would want it leaner than that? Is max power
>at 14:1
>or so, given excellent in-cylinder cooling (meth, water, or any mix)?

Yes, max power IS at 14:1 (petrol) or so given adequate in-cylinder coolng
from another source, such as water or a water/meth mix.
>
>Not arguing, just trying to figure out if running it leaner than .85 lambda on
>my car (lots of methanol, 0F inlet temps) would be of any benefit.

I think it would.

Greg



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