[Vwdiesel] Candles?

[Sandy Cameron]

At 03:20 PM 10/3/05 -0600, you wrote:
>
>Ground up candles?  Why?
>
>Paraffin wax is basically long chain fuel.  too long a carbon chain to
>remain liquid at room temperature.  dissolving it in diesel increases the
>lubricating properties of the fuel, and gives it more C=C bonds to break,
>therefore more power for a given weight. However, the paraffin will
>precipitate at lower temps, so this is best done in summer.  Keep the
>candles in the car for emergencies in winter.

And remember to remove the wicks. I understand even a bit of lint from a
garage rag can damage a pump.

On the other hand, Canola seems to work just as well for pump lube.... and
it's a fuel extender (like hamburger helper)
It's been a great canola summer, and the cool morning starts are still good
at 50%

Sandy