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#51 of 332 Tornado story by kaitsu Nov 27, 2002 (9:14 pm)
I was looking for comments on the Tornado fuel saver as a good friend of mine installed the Tornado on both their Civic and Accord vehicles. All the negative postings here at Edmunds prompted me to let you know about his experience on the device. Re MPG, no difference on either vehicle. On HP, the Civic showed marginal effect, but the Accord showed a significant improvement in acceleration after installing Tornado. Don't ask me why as I am no mechanic. I am still debating if I should install one on my Acura Legend.
#52 of 332 "Up To" and "As Seen on TV" by steve_ HOST Dec 01, 2002 (6:33 pm)
I just got a UCE (unsolicited commercial eamil - spam) from Tornado at one of my other email addresses (not my Edmunds one). Now I'm positive that they are snake oil   Steve, Host
#53 of 332 I stand behind my original statement, by zueslewis Dec 01, 2002 (7:50 pm)
posted in several places in Edmunds because it covers many areas.   If automotive manufacturers had a cure all or miracle product or style of designing an engine or fuel system to get better mileage while still delivering good performance, they'd be using it. Also, race teams from NASCAR to IMSA, Billy Bob's Circle Track Team, and me with my autocross club would be all over saving a buck.   The manufacturers are rewarded MILLIONS in government tax breaks when they exceed CAFE standards. It behooves them to do better, to the tune of MILLIONS of dollars.   When I see products like the Tornado or the latest superjuice fuel additive I have to laugh - they may offer a 1 hp increase on a 400 hp motor at 7,500 rpm, but you can gain the same 1 hp by dropping the temperature in the dyno room by 2 degrees - proven fact.   Safeguard your wallet, and like Dad said, don't believe anything you hear and only half of what you see.
#54 of 332 re: improved mileage by tidester HOST Dec 01, 2002 (9:29 pm)
[tongue in cheek disclaimer] Gosh, you guys are no fun! Beat up on Tornado why don't you?   Well if you don't like that maybe I could interest you in some other marvels that the establishment is keeping from you!   How about a magnetic blanket that you wrap around your fuel line? There are systems being sold that claim to keep your water pipes unclogged from hard water. Surely, keeping your fuel lines unclogged will contribute to fuel efficiency!   And how about pyramid power? The mysterious power of the pyramid has been claimed to preserve food, eliminate infection and even sharpen your razor blades! We'd be foolish to overlook this great power and its potential benefits to improving gas mileage. A whole industry could be created to provide pyramidal garages, parking ramps and pyramid tents for storage.   [/tongue in cheek disclaimer]   tidester, host
#55 of 332 And if you think magnets by zueslewis Dec 02, 2002 (5:15 am)
or copper really have magic healing powers, wear bracelets, rings and put them in your shoes.
#56 of 332 re: and if you think ... by tidester HOST Dec 02, 2002 (8:02 am)
Skeptic!   tidester, host
#57 of 332 Yes sir! by zueslewis Dec 02, 2002 (10:00 am)
#59 of 332 Ancient Fuel Saver Repeat by bburton1 Dec 02, 2002 (1:47 pm)
Sorry hit the wrong button. Anyway years ago there was a crowd of snake oil dudes selling something that looked like a small propeller insert that when placed under your carb would dramatically improve your mileage. Well they had some manufacturing problems and they caused more than a few gas leaks and fires.   Wonder if the tornado crowd is related.
#60 of 332 Undercarb catalyst by oldharry Dec 10, 2002 (7:55 pm)
In the seventies there was a device with two layers of screen in cup shape (for throttle plate clearance) to replace the carburator base gasket. Claims said it 'catalized' your fuel for more mpg. Funny thing, people that tried it DID get more mpg. Big city taxi companies accomplished the same thing using the same principle. They put a restrictor plate under the carb, essentially reducing the flow though the throttle. With fuel injected cars, it would be simpler to put a block under the accellerator pedal.   Harry

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