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Had a Harley mechanic recommend putting nail polish remover in the fuel. Said that it would remove laquer buildup in the carbs.
Any thoughts? Anyone ever done this?
Any thoughts? Anyone ever done this?
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Sam Christensen
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its simple
its the acetone in it!91 kwaka kz1000p
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It has been recommended to add something like 5oz of acetone to a full tank of fuel as a cleaner/power booster. I've tried it, but didn't notice any benefit myself.1980 XS850SG - Sold
1981 XS1100LH Midnight Special (Sold) - purchased 9/29/08
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acetone in chem b12
Hi,
There is a combo of chemicals in chem b12 fuel additive system cleaner, acetone is one of them. It may also be in seafoam, read the label.Bikes Now.
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what color were his nails ?????Originally posted by digitalsam View Post
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I run acetone in my gas all the time - 1 oz to five gallons. I wouldn't use nail polish remover - too expensive. You can get a whole quart of acetone at the hardware store for around $7. Here's a link to the science.I think I have a loose screw behind the handlebars.
'79 XS11 Standard, Jardine 4/1, Dyna DC1-1 Coils, 145 mains, 45 pilots, plastic floats - 25.7mm, XV920 fuel valves, inline fuel filters, speed bleeders, Mikes XS pods, spade-type fuse block, fork brace, progressive fork springs/shocks, manual petcocks, 750 FD, Venture cam chain tensioner, SS brake linesComment
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