so does anyone know why the cold air helps so much?



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dude we just told you

 

i think it was sarcasm david

 

that would explain the stupid question

 

Silver,

Good one, lol

 

It's funny, back in the late 70's and early 80's we actually thought that heating up the intake air would be a good thing because, we thought the hotter air would increase the likelihood of more complete combustion. We didn't think about the fact that hotter air meant less oxygen.

Actually David's reply mentioned the dampness in the air. That, in addition to the coldness, helps also. When the air is damp, the water in the air absorbs heat during the compression and power stroke, which helps reduce pre-ignition.

 

I thought it was the Lucas gas treatment that made my car drives better!

 

So, what's the answer? LOL

 

hey 04A4 my car temp gauge readslike 130 - 135 degrees. my news station says its 111 -113 degrees in the summer.

 

man david... i thought u woulda picked that one right up and got a laugh out of it. you must be gettin old lol