Flamethrower kit?

[Carfanman]

What is that?

[three.eighteen.]

throws flames out the tailpipe

[Carfanman]

Cool, how does it work? Im assuming its illegal.

[R-Audi]

You could probably rig it to throw flames off your BMX bike!

[buh_buh]

no, probably not a BMX, but definately a mountain bike since its not limited to 1 gear. The flames between gear changes is pretty awesome.

[DonJuan]

^:rofl:

[Mad$ella]

I wanna know where to get a kit like such...

[viviesp]

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[1badPT]

Originally posted by buh_buh
no, probably not a BMX, but definately a mountain bike since its not limited to 1 gear. The flames between gear changes is pretty awesome.
meh typical rice mod.

For real power you have to clip a playing card in your spokes :thumbsup:

[QuasarCav]

Basically, raw fuel is dumped down your exhaust pipe. A spark splug in the tail pipe ignites it a voila, a flame show. You cant have cats installed and you'll face a hefty fine but give it a try and let us know.

[viviesp]

Exhaust Flame Thrower methods

Active Ignition
The Active Ignition method of producing an exhaust flamethrower involves installing and wiring the kit properly and the igniting the unburnt fuel. This kit works best on vehicles without a catalytic converter or with an older converter. Vehicles with large motors, power modifications etc. will produce good flames... often even with a catalytic converter. Using higher octane fuel can also make an impact on the size of the flame - as will altering the fuel mixture so that you are running rich. This kit will cause less wear and tear on the motor/exhaust system than the other method (method #2). The kit we sell from UltraGear is an Active Ignition kit.

PRO's: • Easier to install •does not cause damage to motor/exhaust system • does not affect how often you must change oil • very reliable when set up properly

CON's: • Catalytic converters MAY cause it to be less effective


Ignition Bypass
Ignition Bypass is a method of making flames by shutting down the vehicle ignition system which allows raw fuel to flow through the cylinders and exhaust system until it is ignited at the end of the tail pipe by the flamethrower kit. This method is used by many companies as it can produce nice flames with less tinkering...but, there can be problems. Because raw fuel is running down the sides of the cylinders, it can mix with your oil. You need to change oil much more often if you are using this system. Also, the fuel can damage rings etc. and ruin your catalytic converter over time. If you have a vehicle that you don't mind changing the oil often or maybe even doing repairs often - this kit is a good choice. Many people buy this type of kit for show type vehicles that they don't drive much.

On many vehicles (including almost every newer vehicle) the fuel pump will automatically shut off when the ignition is killed. In these situations, you will either have to switch to the Active Ignition method of producing flames or remove this safety feature from your vehicle (it may be difficult or impossible to remove). NOTE: WITH THESE KITS YOU WILL BE SHUTTING THE MOTOR OFF AND ON FOR EACH FLAME

PRO's: • Produces large flames when installed properly • produces reliable flames when installed properly

CON's: • Causes much more damage to the vehicle than the Active Ignition system • more complecated to install • may not work on newer vehicles • must shut engine off and on to operate

[rip]

I've seen some that a bypass the ignition, and some others that are the ultimate ricer version propane is injected into the exhaust pipe via a coleman propane cylinder then ignited with a spark plug.