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03-03-2008, 01:08 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

Or we could race past the rest of the world with...

Or we could race past the rest of the world with cleaner, better burning fuel. Come on! You mean to tell me we can send people to the moon and outer space but we can't find a clean alternative to...
03-03-2008, 12:59 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

Forget about E85 fuel for a while. What about...

Forget about E85 fuel for a while. What about Bio-Diesel. Plant oils are a lot easier to produce than plant alcohol. You could get free fuel in back of your local restaurant in the form of waste...
03-03-2008, 12:38 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

I understand your point. I have worded that...

I understand your point. I have worded that strongly. Are oil companies are reasonably clean until someone screws up. It is still only a temporary fix. Nuclear energy is great, but we have to...
03-03-2008, 12:22 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

I think I mentioned this several times. We do...

I think I mentioned this several times. We do not need corn for enthanol. You can produce it from algae, weeds or any plant material. It's all around us, no special crops needed. It should'nt...
03-03-2008, 12:06 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

Two reasons. The evironmental impact and it is...

Two reasons. The evironmental impact and it is only a temporary fix to are oil crisis. Drilling for oil is like shooting diaria all over your back yard. I don't think many people really no or...
03-03-2008, 11:43 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

We have several billion $ a year to waste on...

We have several billion $ a year to waste on space exploration, but we don't have a billion $ to develope and produce 2(two) types of fuel, Ethanol and Bio-Diesel. Wich have proven themselves. We...
03-03-2008, 11:00 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

That would be the stupid thing to do.

That would be the stupid thing to do.
03-03-2008, 10:49 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

I am with you on this one. I think some guys...

I am with you on this one. I think some guys argue for the sake of arguing. They are shallow or don't no all the facts.
03-02-2008, 06:12 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

Are other option is Bio-Diesel. I see on a...

Are other option is Bio-Diesel. I see on a regular basis that diesel pickups with Cummins, Powerstrokes, and Duramax's can make 700-800 reliable horsepower. 1000-1200 foot pound of torque. Hook...
02-29-2008, 08:38 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

Well put. Yes, it is going to take time. The...

Well put. Yes, it is going to take time. The resources are there. The government needs to get off thier ass and invest some time and money into this. The bottom line, there are alternative...
02-29-2008, 07:22 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

As I said before, you can make fuel from any...

As I said before, you can make fuel from any plant material. Those of you who concerned about it having an impact on food production. Not going to happen. You can make it from plant celulose or...
02-29-2008, 05:23 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

It manufacturing process isnt practical for its...

It manufacturing process isnt practical for its environmental benefit today, of course. That is because it is in its infancy. Its going to take several years to refine the way it is manufactured. ...
02-28-2008, 04:51 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

Those of us with diesel powered vehicles can run...

Those of us with diesel powered vehicles can run bio-diesel. There are misconceptions about that. Actually its better for your engine than ultra low sulpher.
02-28-2008, 04:38 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

We are coming to an era where blown alcohol and...

We are coming to an era where blown alcohol and turbo alcohol 700 cu in bigblocks can be environmentally friendly. 1500 hp flex fuel motors. That would be f---ing cool. E85 is cheaper than race...
02-28-2008, 12:14 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,647
Posted By TKF Chicago

E85 85% Corn Alcohol (ethanol)

This is in are future. I was wondering if anybody is experimenting with this? Evinrude debut the 300 Etec in South America. I wonder if Evinrude is testing with this fuel? E85 is widely used...
09-16-2007, 01:02 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By TKF Chicago

I don't want to seem like I am bashing any one...

I don't want to seem like I am bashing any one particular product. I am just playing the devils advocate. I am trying to find the best boat/engine combination that suits my needs and looks that I...
09-15-2007, 11:44 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By TKF Chicago

Thanks Denny, thats probably where we will stay...

Thanks Denny, thats probably where we will stay then.
09-15-2007, 11:30 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By TKF Chicago

Those manufacturers build great boats. I really...

Those manufacturers build great boats. I really like the flat deck, sleek sided profile of the Concept 36. It inherited its offshore good looks from its Apache mold. Mine will be laid up in...
09-13-2007, 10:16 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By TKF Chicago

My wife and I are driving to Key West from Miami...

My wife and I are driving to Key West from Miami the third week in Oct. When we drive back we will have a day to kill, I am going to check out the Concept factory. Any suggestions on a nice place...
09-11-2007, 10:53 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By TKF Chicago

I was'nt aware of that. Is it the 250 Opti and...

I was'nt aware of that. Is it the 250 Opti and Verado or 300 Opti and Verado ? Am I understanding correctly, Opti's and Verado's burn 30 gal/hr and 25 for Suzy? Yamaha and Suzuki have put a lot...
09-10-2007, 12:24 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By TKF Chicago

Thanks for the video, it 's really cool. I like...

Thanks for the video, it 's really cool. I like the Verado's as well. What turns me off a little is that the 275 and 300 need premium to get full hp. At this day and age we should also think about...
09-10-2007, 12:01 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By TKF Chicago

It would be great to have a boat like yours. ...

It would be great to have a boat like yours. Just dont have the room.
09-01-2007, 09:48 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By TKF Chicago

Explain

Just out of curiosity, what's the story behind more duct tape and less nail polish ? Apache because your woman likes it rough ??
09-01-2007, 09:40 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By TKF Chicago

Are there any issues with Verado lower units ? ...

Are there any issues with Verado lower units ? Any long term problems with the whole package ?
08-25-2007, 08:28 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,906
Posted By TKF Chicago

Go with what works

My friends and I have had the same experience with thier product. I also think you should'nt have to run hi test with a stock everyday outboard. Looks like Yamaha and Suzuki think the same thing. ...
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