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Old 09-06-2016, 12:06 AM   #6 (permalink)
ConnClark
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Diesels run more efficiently under boost. The higher air mass in the engine absorbs more combustion heat and thus keeps it from being absorbed by the cylinder and combustion chamber. The extra heat energy absorbed by the air can then be extracted in the power stroke.

Keep in mind that the benefit from this is a diminishing return and beyond a certain point frictional bearing losses from the increased pressure will overwhelm any gains.
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