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Old 04-23-2009, 07:22 PM   #8 (permalink)
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The 30s technology engine in that paper does not have much in common with recent small diesel engines.

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Originally Posted by ConnClark View Post
Is this a diesel you are doing this on? If so a WAI reduces FE by increasing heat transfered to the block and cooling system.
You know, lower rpms also increase heat transfer, yet fuel efficiency often goes up to a point when reducing rpm because there are other variables at play.
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