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Re: Is running at low revs OK
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Posted by korn_fed on May 28, 2005 at 14:43:53 from (64.114.105.26):
In Reply to: Is running at low revs OK posted by Clanger on May 26, 2005 at 03:10:54:
Depends. If you ask Cummins (they have built a few diesels) they say idling is three (3) times harder on a diesel than pulling a load. What is idling? under 1400-1500 RPM? I would say 1100-1200 is very minimal. I agree with Hugh, engine temp is #1. then i would say engine RPM, no lugging. Esp in a compression ignition engine. And the higher the load, increase RPM. And i'm not so sure there is much fuel savings, maybe some... Ken
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