>From: "Bernd D. Ratsch" <bernd@dodgetrucks.org>
>Reply-To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
>To: <dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net>
>Subject: DML: RE: Factory Engine, Run - In Procedure, Gasoline & Diesel
>Date: Tue, 16 Oct 2007 11:37:43 -0500
>
>
>The engines are bench tested (oil pressure and flow) and then installed
>into
>the vehicle. After installation and vehicle build, they are run at the
>factory for about 1 mile. Then, they arrive at teh dealership where we
>check them over and drive them for another 5-10 miles.
>
>- Bernd
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: knox.james@sympatico.ca [mailto:knox.james@sympatico.ca]
>Sent: Tuesday, October 16, 2007 11:17 AM
>To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
>Cc: knox.james@sympatico.ca
>Subject: DML: Factory Engine, Run - In Procedure, Gasoline & Diesel
>
>
>
>Are new engines test run in the factory ?
>Should a no mile'age vehicle engine right from the dealers lot be run in ?
>
>Jim Knox
>91 Dak
>
>
Thanks for the factory info Bernd.
Next question, Rite off the lot should the engine be run in gradually as in
speed, rpm and load.
Some people drive 80-90 mph rite from the start.
I'm old school in thinking of rings, bearings, ect wearing in,initially at
speed limits and 2000 area rpms
This is in regard to moving new vehicles ( dealer trades )
Jim Knox
91 Dak
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