Re: 2005 Gasoline Versus 1930's Gas

Posted by PAULIH300 on February 20, 2005 at 16:43:28 from (152.163.101.13):

In Reply to: Re: 2005 Gasoline Versus 1930's Gas posted by Paul in Mich on February 20, 2005 at 16:29:59:

There are a number of reasons why lead type additives are not needed on yesterdays tractors....Low RPM is one,the speed of the valves closing is slow....Low lift camshafts,unlike hopped up musclecars the cam profile on tractors is rather mild and keeps the valves from opening wide and slamming shut hard....Low compression,usually in the 6.0-7.0:1 range,whereas cars are usually 8.0-9.5:1,low compression means less heat less preignition,less stress....High Lead buildup,over the years so much lead has accumulated on valves and seats,further lubrication is not needed.

Besides,when a rebuild is needed,hardened seats and valves can be installed to solve the problem forever.

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