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Old 01-15-2015, 06:20 PM   #6
Mikeez
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Originally Posted by Whatabouteggs View Post
Water condenses in the exhaust from the combustion process (water is a byproduct of combustion), as well as water vapor entering from the ambient air due to temperature and pressure changes, etc. In a boxer engine the exhaust manifolds are a low point, as opposed to normal engines where the manifolds are higher than most of the exhaust system. Therefore even in a stock car, water is bound to gather in some quantity in the manifolds. If the manifold gaskets aren't sealing properly, this can leak out.


That is very well written and explained. Thank you
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