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  1. 03-23-2002, 03:39 PM #1
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    Lead additive in the gas. Pros & Cons

    I have heard several people mention that they run lead additives in their gas. What are the pro's and con's to doing this? Is it worth the extra money? Thanks.
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  2. 03-25-2002, 06:35 AM #2
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    i run it...it lubs the valves more and it runs a little cooler!!!
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    Not sure if there are any con's to doing this with simple aircooled 4 stroke engine. I should be all pro's....

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  4. 03-25-2002, 09:22 AM #4
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    What percentage are you mixing? Would a con be higher emissions?
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    why dont they put lead in car gas?

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    Originally posted by 300ex rules
    why dont they put lead in car gas?

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    They used to, until they discovered it causes stupid kids.

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  7. 04-05-2002, 01:43 PM #7
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    Actually they dont put lead in car gas because it will destroy your catalidle cadverter ----I definatley spelt that wrong,,,but you get the point.... hehe
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