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Nov 9, 2014 | 09:16 AM

Boodrow379

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Idling

I have a 390, 351, and 460 from this generation.. I was wondering, is it ok to idle these motors for like 30 minutes or is it bad for them?

Nov 9, 2014 | 10:08 AM

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i think a better question is why waste the fuel?
if it doesn't overheat and has good oil pressure, why would it be bad to idle for half an hour?

Nov 9, 2014 | 08:50 PM

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If OP is adequate (20 psi my preference, at least 10 psi), temp under control and carb/mixture set right should not be a problem... any more so than any other engine.

Nov 11, 2014 | 12:02 AM

Boodrow379

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Thanks guys.. I have just heard how it is bad to idle some diesels and was wondering if it mattered with these motors but I guess not.. Thank you for the feedback