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Old 01-18-2012, 12:09 PM   #6
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@ NHBUOY

Sorry I confused you... The "show" is an example of hot unburnt fuel being reignited when presented with more oxygen. Doesn't matter if it's gasoline, diesel, or exotic fuel mixes. Fire-fighters know it as"Flash over" when hot fumes in an enclosed area explode when they open a door or window.
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