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Old Jul 26, 2014 | 05:32 PM
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What is the cause for exhaust popping while downshifting at higher RPM in 68 327 w/Q Jet carb
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Unspent fuel igniting in the exhaust system on what is referred to as "overrun". This results in the flames you see when this occurs in many a racing car. ...and on the occasional C2/C3 with sidemount headers, if sufficiently stout.
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Unspent fuel igniting in the exhaust system on what is referred to as "overrun". This results in the flames you see when this occurs in many a racing car. ...and on the occasional C2/C3 with sidemount headers, if sufficiently stout.
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