Re: RE: Factory Engine, Run - In Procedure, Gasoline & Diesel

From: droo (03dakotacc4.7_4x4@comcast.net)
Date: Sun Oct 21 2007 - 19:15:26 EDT

On Tue, 16 Oct 2007 12:37:43 -0400, Bernd D. Ratsch
<bernd@dodgetrucks.org> wrote:

>
> 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
>
>

Fascinating. My truck had 1 mile on it when I picked it up from the
dealer. I guess that would explain why they suck. 

-- 
-droo

2003 Dodge Dakota Club Cab
V8 4X4 Manual Transmission
Bridgestone Dueler A/T Revo's
Can-Back Soft Topper
Rhinoliner
Alpine CD Head Unit w/ XM
Alpine 6 3/4" Speakers
Sony 8" Subwoofer
Q-Logic Custom Fit Enclosure

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