HHO conversion kits have become a spectacle sweeping the internet, especially as gas prices have been increasing. While we are currently in a normalized period as it relates to gasprices, the future promises the return of sky-high gasoline prices. HHO is commonly referred to as hydrogen (not an accurate reference) and Brown’s Gas, among others. But do these conversion kits in fact work?
The answer to this question is very subjective. Many people have built and installed a system that they assert has produced huge improvements in fuel economy and increased the power of their vehicle. But let’s look at some of the truths about these converters.
1. They are not easy, as some may claim. I have personally built a converter from plans on the internet. It involved a glass jar, some hard to find parts, and lots of patience. I actually broke the plexiglass I used as a tower on several occasions. This ended up being a major frustration.
2. There is no documented confirmation backing up their claims (none that I have seen, that is). There are numerous designs available online. Just go to eBay and look for yourself. A search for HHO will result in numerous devices sharing the same claim: it will decrease your fuel costs. But are there recognized laboratories that have proven this? Is there a model which, when followed by manufacturers, will produce repeatable results?
3. HHO converters are not maintenance free. Water must be added, stainless steel parts must be replaced, etc. In cold climates, there is the risk of the water in the converter freezing, causing a potentially dangerous condition.
4. Newer vehicles have computers that must be ‘tricked’ or somehow modified to avoid working against the modification. Often times this trick involves reducing the fuel/air mixture, resulting in potential power loss. Others recommend wrapping aluminum foil around your oxygen sensors, tricking them into giving false readings. That sounds prudent.
HHO can work for some. However, unless you are very mechanically inclined or simply love to work under the hood, try another option.
Alternate Technology
Rather than manipulating complex fuel/air techniques, why not opt for a much simpler, easy to implement technology? Let me explain. The best way to truly decrease emissions and improve the efficiency of your vehicle, thereby reducing costs (getting better gas mileage), is available and very affordable. Ethos FR (Fuel Reformulator) is straightforward and quite easy to use. Ethos is a Gas Saver that will improve fuel combustion, causing more complete burning of the fuel. As a result, fuel economy will improve and hydrocarbon emissions will be reduced by 30% or more. What could be easier than adding a couple of ounces of additive to your tank each time you fill up? The bottom line, proven result with Ethos is better fuel efficiency, smoother engine performance, and less pollution.
