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Old December 11th 07, 01:27 AM posted to rec.aviation.homebuilt
Matt Whiting
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Default What/how does compression ratio affect an engine?

Scott wrote:
Like I said, MIGHT OK, if there is no difference in heat, what are
the 100 octane valves in my A-65 for? Or more generally, why do they
sell 100 octane valves for A-65s and C-85s, etc. that were certified on
80 octane??? Like I said, I use them, I don't wrench on 'em


Because valves that were designed to be lubricated by the lead in leaded
fuel may not last long when using fuel with no or less lead.

Matt