Posted by Rich Iowa on November 15, 2010 at 18:48:03 from (173.26.249.120):
In Reply to: OT. Ideling a diesel posted by JayinNY on November 15, 2010 at 18:28:37:
I've heard idling is bad for a diesel (or any engine for that matter) for an extended length of time. Idling doesn't keep engine up to proper operating temp., when the engine isn't up to proper temp it doesn't burn the fuel as efficiently. When I have to idle the semi I drive, I'll normally bump it up to at least 1000rpm, that helps keep the temp up.
I myself hate wasting fuel so once my Dodge is warmed up I'll shut it off if I'm going to be somewhere long. That engine will hold heat for quite a while. Just my thoughts.
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