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T&T: Re: Diesel engine longevity

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Date: Sun Jul 25 2004 - 10:24:31 EDT

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    In a message dated 7/25/04 12:02:21 AM, Alex writes:

    << It is certainly possible for an engine to go 10K, 20K, 30K, or even
    more hours before needing a rebuild. >>

    Or even longer. Diesel engines used in a co-generating system at a local
    hospital are replaced every 40,000 hours whether they need it or not. That's about
    5 years of 24/7 operation or roughly equivalent to 13 circumnavigations at 8
    kts.

    Larry Z
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