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Spark Plug reach / inducing turbulence

Spark Plug reach / inducing turbulence

Spark Plug reach / inducing turbulence

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I've given up trying to patent anything.  So, here's my idea:

what if you welded a single-blade propeller (a twisted piece of metal) to the top of a spark plug to induce more turbulence and get a better burn?

I'm thinking of doing this just for the neat-o factor on my truck.  Will the engine explode if the welded piece falls off?  Anyone have any idea how much space there is between the top of a spark plug and the piston head in a 351M Ford engine?

cc: vinnie@trunade.com if you don't mind...

RE: Spark Plug reach / inducing turbulence

well, probably the peace will fall off, cousing lots and lots of damage to the engine.
if you give me some specs on bore x strock and comp ratio I could give you estimate on how much there is space.
try on making not a spark plug based ignition, but on flame.  if a flame would ignite the fuel, the total combustion would be almost 100% and you will see not less that 30% of power increase.  most suitable for slow engines like big block.  how it works I know, and even saw one working but diferently,  but its more fun figuring it out.  enjoy smile

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