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Old 04-13-2011, 09:43 PM   #77 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by winkosmosis View Post
I don't really understand cylinder shutdown. Why not just reduce engine RPM with a taller overdrive? Or would the cylinder speed be too low?
I should also add that the most efficient range is near the torque peak. reducing engine speed too low and the efficiency will go down, even though the load goes up.
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