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Re: would like your input on alternative fuels
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Posted by Mike (WA) on July 03, 2006 at 12:35:02 from (209.213.153.155):
In Reply to: would like your input on alternative fuels posted by Truth seeker on July 03, 2006 at 08:14:16:
The big problem with woodgas and steam is the lead time required to get the fuel system started(woodgas) or the boiler temperature up(steam). The drip system (which I had not heard of) seems to combine the worst of both systems- If you get the wood cooking this morning, theres a good chance you'll be on the road by afternoon. Don't think John Q. Public will stand for it. Also, these are "tinkerers" systems- ask yourself the question, could I turn my wife, or my 16 year old kid, loose on this deal?
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