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Old 06-17-2005, 10:57 PM   #14 (permalink)
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From the original thread question, Carl had it right on. Proper maintenance and keeping the rpms at maximum continuous (or less) will significantly extend engine life. Put the hammer down and you lose longevity at an exponential rate. Some of the newer high rpm diesels are needing overhauls at 1000-1500 hours--just like a gas engine but a whole lot more expensive to buy and overhaul.
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