Thread: sort-of armchair sprocket changes
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Old 10-18-2012, 12:18 AM   #6 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Frank Lee View Post
You could also aim for 1000-1200 ft/mn piston speed at the desired cruise speed...
Hi Frank, what is the significance of the 1000 to 1200 ft/min piston speed? How does that relate to fuel efficiency or even engine longevity?

Thanks in advance,

Tom
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