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      03-07-2008, 12:48 PM   #18
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Originally Posted by devo View Post
I have heard that today's engine do not need to heat cycle. One of the worse things for any engine, especially during break in, is cold starts, even if the engine is not that cold. Obviously the engine has to be shut off sometime, but in a perfect world the best way to break in a new engine is without shutting it off for 1200 miles, therefore eliminating the minimal oil starvation. Varying load and revs will offer alternate engine temps.
Hmm, that is an interesting perspective. I hope for my sake that it is true. In any case, i'll definitely try to range the load and revs.
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