Fuel fragrance additive?

[miketyler 15]

I was looking for some plug wires on the Summit website this morning and came across this interesting tidbit. I have read that they purposely add the very strong odor to fuel for safety reasons during manufacture. Does this just counter that process? How much of this stuff do you think they actually sell?? Apparently it adds no performance benefit, just adds a nice floral aroma to your fuel. :shaun:

 

I don't see guys lining up at the door for this but one cant help but wonder what "Groovy Grape" scented fuel might actually smell like?

 

Discuss.

 

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/plu-19769-32

 

[Big Secz 26]

I could see where this would be useful in older cars. How many times have you put something in your trunk only for it to come out smelling like gas, or had the gas smell seep it's way into the passenger area?

[miketyler 15]

Yes, it may have its place on the parts store shelf it just seems really odd. Apparently this stuff has been around awhile, I guess someone must be buying it.

[dennyb68 11]

I smell it at the track all the time.

[69boss408 11]

They used it at the machine shop where my engine was built and dynoed they said who wants that nasty smell around all day between small leaks and spills etc plus dynoing 2 or 3 engines a day just helps the nasty smell of todays fuels I personally hate unleaded smell.

[sportsroof69 13]

Lol...you guys haven't heard of fuel scent? Grape smells like 110.

[MikeStang 247]

usually used in alot of the alchy cars and uber high octane stuff, at least that is what I have seen em run it in here at local raceway....it smells good but still burns your eyes haha