You are right that we can attack the problem with scientific and
enginering studies. My quick search showed quite a few articles
relating to the subject

1. http://aiche.confex.com/aiche/2005/t...ram/P18201.HTM

"Effects of Ethanol as a Fuel Additive on General Aviation Aircraft
Fuel System Electrochemical Corrosion"

Big Snip of lots of good stuff

Thanks, Hai, for posting. This is great stuff!
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Jay Honeck
Iowa City, IA
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