The dual fuel system utilized on the test vehicle supplies specific data to support the feasibility of low cost conversion from gasoline to alcohol as a primary fuel. Fuel efficiency increased as the proof of the alcohol was lowered (the proof was 160 minimum). The dual fuel system not only is a simple system to install, but it allows individuals to use alcohol of quality that is normally obtainable in the small ''farm style stills.'' Alcohol from stills can be used directly as fuel in a converted fuel system in all climatic conditions. It was the intent of this study to evaluate the actual wear characteristics using gasoline as a primary fuel and the same engine using alcohol as a primary fuel. The major thrust of the study involved the oil analysis of gasoline and alcohol and the complete teardown and measure of the gasoline and alcohol engine after almost identical mileage and road conditions. The road conditions were ''typical American driver'' conditions rather than laboratory. The analysis indicates there is no significant increase of wear in an engine using alcohol as a primary fuel compared to the same engine using gasoline as the primary fuel. There is some deterioration of the carburetor components. The alcohol filters needed more frequent replacement. The ignition system had to be altered. Acceleration was less. (ERA citation 11:000863)


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    Title :

    Dual Fuel System on Automobile for Use of Alcohol. Final Report


    Contributors:

    Publication date :

    1982


    Size :

    64 pages


    Type of media :

    Report


    Type of material :

    No indication


    Language :

    English