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Re: DIESEL QUESTION
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Posted by twopop on October 11, 2003 at 12:18:05 from (67.203.199.94):
In Reply to: DIESEL QUESTION posted by Allen on October 11, 2003 at 11:26:35:
a tractor engine,whether gas or diesel is made to run at governed rpm.at speeds less thangoverned speed they become more and more inefficent.one reason is that the engine temp.usually goes down,which in turn increases wear.under perfect conditions it would be best if the water temp. could be maintained at 220 degrees.even tho most over-the-road truckers let diesels idle for long periods,manufacturers have stated that it is not a good practice due to increased wear and fuel consumption.
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