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Old Aug 4, 2024 | 10:19 AM
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I just mounted a new tank on my 03 fat boy ( carbureted ) and the old tank has these two pieces inside… what are they?
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Old Aug 4, 2024 | 10:32 AM
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I just mounted a new tank on my 03 fat boy ( carbureted ) and the old tank has these two pieces inside… what are they?
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Fuel catalyst. You drop them in your tank and they're supposed to make your gas "better?". Snake oil.

https://www.mid-usa.com/80652-drop-i...for-all-models
 
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If there magnetic, they aline the gasoline molecules up so more slip in the intake. Make a lot mor HP like that.

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Originally Posted by roussfam
Fuel catalyst. You drop them in your tank and they're supposed to make your gas "better?". Snake oil.
Wow a blast from the past. Crap like that was common back in the 70's.
Didn't know it was still a thing.
 
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Old Aug 4, 2024 | 11:38 AM
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Originally Posted by roussfam
Fuel catalyst. You drop them in your tank and they're supposed to make your gas "better?". Snake oil.

https://www.mid-usa.com/80652-drop-i...for-all-models

Wow!! 😮
much appreciated the help.
 
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Old Aug 4, 2024 | 05:33 PM
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I think each one adds an additional 25 horse power so you have 50 sitting there!
 
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Originally Posted by Yankee Dog
I think each one adds an additional 25 horse power so you have 50 sitting there!

lol!! 😝
well no more upgrades to the engine.. done and done!!
 
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Old Aug 4, 2024 | 07:05 PM
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Originally Posted by roussfam
Fuel catalyst. You drop them in your tank and they're supposed to make your gas "better?". Snake oil.

https://www.mid-usa.com/80652-drop-i...for-all-models


God, talk about a bit of way back, think the last time I stumbled across some of those had to be 25 years ago easy
 
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There still for sale.Weight: 0.29

Modern Technology prevails! Simply put, this is the easiest performance enhancing modification you can do to your motorcycle. These DYNO tested and proven permanent fuel catalyst not only improve performance, but they reduce emissions, improve fuel economy, promote easier starting, prolong engine life, help eliminate engine ping/knock, and help to stabilize fuel when the motorcycle sits for extended periods. Just drop these into your fuel tank and reap the benefits.

HOW IT WORKS
All fuels possess elements that cause ignition problems. Some of these elements burn too fast causing pre-ignition and some burn too slowly causing delayed ignition, excessive smoke and carbon build-up. It is these troublemakers on which the Fitch Fuel Catalyst works. The catalyst alloy further refines the fuel to reduce these elements resulting in improved combustion, fuel savings, reduced emissions and increased power.

These patented fuel catalysts, certified by the Environmental Protection Agency, will not wear out or dissolve and are great for daily riders and racers alike. Each catalyst measures 2 1/4" in length and has on O.D. of 13/16


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Those things are bad-*** when loaded down the bore of a twelve gauge! Makes a tremendous hole in what ever you're shooting at! lololol
 
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