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Lister Engine Pre-Heat Modification Kit

 

      We have shown that a simple, inexpensive modification kit can be made to efficiently raise the temperature of SVO to the required 200-225F temperature range.  Our design is easy to build and operate with a cost of $274.00.  Preliminary results show only a slight reduction of power output due to the lower power density of vegetable oil when compared to diesel fuel.  Testing will continue in order to understand the effects of SVO use on engine longevity.  Matt Basinger has planned to continue this research through his Ph.D proposal.

 

 

 


 

UN Millenium Development Project
The project was created as a technical invention for use by the UN Millenium Development Project.

Columbia University Engineering
All team members are part of the Columbia University School of Engineering.

Professor Vijay Modi
The project has been advised by Professor Vijay Modi of the Columbia University Mechanical Engineering Department.

Utter Power
Utter Power is an important and valuable resource for anyone interested in Lister type engines. Much thanks to George for all his help and support of our research.