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Old Apr 17, 2005 | 01:43 PM
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Here's a topic,.... http://www.lubedev.com/smartgas/octane.htm ,......Discuss amongst yourselves.
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Old Apr 17, 2005 | 01:48 PM
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Nail Polish remover???? Hmmm... I'm scepticle, You try it first and let me know if it works for you. Of coarse the article is targeted towards fuel economy, which i could care less about
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Old Apr 17, 2005 | 01:50 PM
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Good point.Gas milage isnt a priority here either.Im not about to try it but i just thought the article was interesting.
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Old Apr 17, 2005 | 05:50 PM
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Wouldnt that suck if u spilled some on your paint?
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