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Well, ok we all know that magnetic fuel savers don't work. I tried one years ago, wasted some money on it, and a friend who is a chemical engineer tried one with no success either. Back in November, my father called me to tell me that there was a report on the news about a magnetic fuel saver, and he thought I'd be interested. I watched, they tested it on a dyno with a sniffer, and then on the road: it worked. Now, this thing, as you will see if you watch the video on the page I link to, is monstrous compared to the little thingy's my friend and I bought years ago. It's also considerably more expensive at $300+ installed according to the news report. Regardless of money back guarantees (don't believe that marketing ploy) there's no way I'd spend that kind of change on something that may or may not work.
I started experimenting a couple of months ago with NeFeB or rare earth magnets, and gathered all the hints at the strength of the magnets used in the EnergyCel from their documentation. I did notice a power increase, but I have no way to measure it. I have not noticed any mpg difference on a Focus, but that might be due to the way that Ford programs the ECU. I did notice a 4 mpg gain in my mother's Pontiac Montana after 3 weeks. I figured that someone might want to investigate this stuff themselves, or follow my lead to install their own magnetic fuel saver with neodyium magnets on their own. If you do decide to try- read all the safety considerations on the magnet site, and be very careful. I've broken two magnets, gotten a blood blister, and ripped a shirt. These are not toys and are extremely strong.
I tried several configurations with different strengths, and I think that two 1/2 x 1/4 x 4" N35-SH (4 total) on either side of the fuel line in repelling polarity on a Duratec in the location I show gives a gain without being a hassle to install. EnergyCel recommends installation under the vehicle, but there's not enough room for that kind of install on a Focus because of how the fuel lines are clamped together.
Magnet 4 Less :Look for N35-SH magnets at the bottom of the page $6.50 each.
EnergyCel Video :This is a page where you can see the test video, look for News Channel 3 in the upper left hand corner of the page
EnergyCel Home Page :You can read more about the EnergyCel product, installation recommendations, pictures of the product. No prices, and from what I understand it's sold through some sort of multi-level marketing program- another turn off IMO. Helping the ECU to remap by holding engine rpm at 2k for 10 minutes after resetting the ECU helps decrease the time it takes to feel results. I didn't do it on Mom's van, and it took 2 tanks to see +4 mpg.
Here's my installs, try to position any magnets as close to the firewall as possible to avoid the camshaft position sensor on the front side of the valve cover. The brake level switch won't be affected. To install, zip tie two magnets to one side tightly, then loop but not tighten two zip ties around the magnets and fuel line. Slide the next set of magnets through the zip ties. You will need to mostly tighten the zip ties to help hold the second set in place- there will be 50+ lbs of force fighting you. Work the zip ties and magnets down the fuel line until the second set is parallel from the first. Tighten zip ties, and add as many more as you wish to hold the configuration together. This is easier to write than it is to do.
Two magnets in triangular configuration and the aluminum contraption to hold them in place. I wanted to do more, but didn't have enough magnets.
Single magnets in triangular configuration held together with electrical tape and zip ties. Not easy to do, but similarly effective as two on either side.
Be VERY careful, these magnets are impossibly strong!!!!
I started experimenting a couple of months ago with NeFeB or rare earth magnets, and gathered all the hints at the strength of the magnets used in the EnergyCel from their documentation. I did notice a power increase, but I have no way to measure it. I have not noticed any mpg difference on a Focus, but that might be due to the way that Ford programs the ECU. I did notice a 4 mpg gain in my mother's Pontiac Montana after 3 weeks. I figured that someone might want to investigate this stuff themselves, or follow my lead to install their own magnetic fuel saver with neodyium magnets on their own. If you do decide to try- read all the safety considerations on the magnet site, and be very careful. I've broken two magnets, gotten a blood blister, and ripped a shirt. These are not toys and are extremely strong.
I tried several configurations with different strengths, and I think that two 1/2 x 1/4 x 4" N35-SH (4 total) on either side of the fuel line in repelling polarity on a Duratec in the location I show gives a gain without being a hassle to install. EnergyCel recommends installation under the vehicle, but there's not enough room for that kind of install on a Focus because of how the fuel lines are clamped together.
Magnet 4 Less :Look for N35-SH magnets at the bottom of the page $6.50 each.
EnergyCel Video :This is a page where you can see the test video, look for News Channel 3 in the upper left hand corner of the page
EnergyCel Home Page :You can read more about the EnergyCel product, installation recommendations, pictures of the product. No prices, and from what I understand it's sold through some sort of multi-level marketing program- another turn off IMO. Helping the ECU to remap by holding engine rpm at 2k for 10 minutes after resetting the ECU helps decrease the time it takes to feel results. I didn't do it on Mom's van, and it took 2 tanks to see +4 mpg.
Here's my installs, try to position any magnets as close to the firewall as possible to avoid the camshaft position sensor on the front side of the valve cover. The brake level switch won't be affected. To install, zip tie two magnets to one side tightly, then loop but not tighten two zip ties around the magnets and fuel line. Slide the next set of magnets through the zip ties. You will need to mostly tighten the zip ties to help hold the second set in place- there will be 50+ lbs of force fighting you. Work the zip ties and magnets down the fuel line until the second set is parallel from the first. Tighten zip ties, and add as many more as you wish to hold the configuration together. This is easier to write than it is to do.
Two magnets in triangular configuration and the aluminum contraption to hold them in place. I wanted to do more, but didn't have enough magnets.

Single magnets in triangular configuration held together with electrical tape and zip ties. Not easy to do, but similarly effective as two on either side.

Be VERY careful, these magnets are impossibly strong!!!!