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April 17th 05, 08:13 AM
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On Sun, 17 Apr 2005 03:23:30 GMT, George Patterson
wrote: Mortimer Schnerd, RN wrote: George Patterson wrote: An empty gas tank is much more explosive than one with fuel in it. Yes, but then there's nothing to burn. James said "explosion." But an empty tank full of fumes is above the UEL and is unlikely to cause an explosion or fire in a crash. If the tank ruptures the fumes will most likely dissipate quickly. If I have to go down hard, I'd much rather do it with empty tanks, but being paranoid about fuel I'd probably even have gas in the thermos bottle. :-)) Roger Halstead (K8RI & ARRL life member) (N833R, S# CD-2 Worlds oldest Debonair) www.rogerhalstead.com George Patterson There's plenty of room for all of God's creatures. Right next to the mashed potatoes. 
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