On Sat, 1 May 2004 08:30:31 -0700, Ward Silver wrote:
>Automotive improvements that we all enjoy as a result of experimentation on
>race day include synthetic motor oil
Some people use synthetic in the family sedan, but not many judging by
what I see in the shopping carts at WalMart. I could be wrong.
>improved belt materials
Ok, if you say so.
>low density alloys suitable for engine block conditions
Gimme cast iron, anytime. Too many horror stories about other
materials. Fine for racing maybe, but not in my car please.
> vast improvements in fuel injection and efficiency
Mandated by the feds; would have happened with or without racing.
> - and those are just the few that come to mind for
>me, Mr. Engine Ignoramus. If you asked a knowledgeable race fan, you'll get
>a huge list.
I'm sure there are other examples but if the average guy like me can't
think of them, they can't be much.
--
Bill, W6WRT
QSLs via LoTW
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