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While many of us first learned of the potential power of nitrous oxide in Fast and Furious, nitrous oxide was actually discovered over 200 years ago and was first used as an engine enhancer in World War II fighter planes to improve combat performance. In modern engines, nitrous oxide can provide a powerful and inexpensive horsepower boost.

What Is It
Nitrous oxide, also called laughing gas, is a combination of two nitrogen atoms and one oxygen atom. It is used as an anesthetic in dentists’ offices, often with comedic side-effects but can provide your engine with a serious….

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