[SEL] The McVickerish Engine

[Elden DuRand]

Dave:

Because the valves don't actually operate at any time, MAYTAG "motors" don't actually run.  Maytag "motor" owners have widely circulated the "myth of runnership" to try to make themselves feel better about having spent good money and wasted daylight on 'em.

Actually, MAYTAG "motors" simply convert the hydrocarbon product they are supposedly powered by into a different hydrocarbon product and are, in reality, an ingenious and evil way to stink up show grounds.

They are thought to be running when, in actuality, they are just very efficient coasting devices.  The only energy actually converted is that which is required to keep them turning after repeatedly stomping on that infernal "starting" pedal.  After all the kicking and cussing, their only task is to make irritating sounds and complet the hydrocarbon conversion process.

Others may differ.      :-)

Take care - Elden
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> Hi Jim, Neither the exhaust nor the intake valve 
> on a MAYTAG operate  
> either!
> 	Dave