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Ladogaboy · 12-21-2011, 02:49 AM

The main reason I could see for shutting off cylinders isn't for efficiency but rather to occasionally cycle cooler air through the cylinders. Doing so could prevent potential damage to engine components, valve seats, etc.

12-21-2011, 02:49 AM	#18 (permalink)
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