>On Tue, 12 Apr 2005 23:10:27 -0400, John wrote:
>
>> I found this item on Ebay that advertises an increase in fuel efficiency of
>> up to 30%.  I'm not a mechanic, but figure if it sounds to good to be true it
>> usually is.  Does anyone have any experience these things, or info if what
>> they say is true?  Any info would be appreciated.
>>
>> Thanks!
>>
>> John
>>
>> http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&rd=1,1&item=796786582
>> 5&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT
>>
>> "You are bidding on 1 brand new Stainless Steel Vortex Generator designed to
>> fit the Vehicles listed above in the Title. If you have a different Vehicle,
>> please check our other auctions to see if we have one for your application.
>> This is a one piece Stainless Steel item, with no moving parts, no wires and
>> no power needed.  This amazing little thing simply inserts into the intake
>> tube, and holds itself in place (no modifications necessary).  Comes with
>> General Installation Instructions.  This item comes with 30day moneyback
>> guarantee (if you don't like it for any reason, send it back to me for a full
>> refund of winning bid no questions asked).  **This was specifically
>> designed to create a vortex (spiraling funnel of air) inside your intake tube
>> allowing the air to travel faster to your motor.**    
>>
>>     This Product design has proven to give your car up to 15% more horsepower
>> at certain RPM points, as well as increase fuel effeciency by up to 30%.
>> Personally when i installed one on my vehicle, I felt a noticeable increase
>> in low end power and I saw a 25% increase in gas mileage (20mpg up to 25mpg).
>> With Gas being so expensive, this could pay for itself in no time with gas
>> savings alone."
>
>If these worked, Ford would install them at the factory.
>
>Rodney
>
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