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From: The Big, Oregon
300-6, different head, maybe cross flow, different pistons and about 14.5:1 compression, HEU injectors firing diesel fuel into it, with a similar hydraulically actuated valve system allowing unlimited variable valve timing and lift, along with compression braking. A dual turbo system producing about 65psi of boost, able to deliver over 400hp and 1100lb/tq. Hook this up to an overdrive automatic with a locking torque converter able to lock in every gear, about a 3.00 rear drive ratio, in a 2wd fairly light truck, maybe about halfway between the F-150 and Ranger. Depending on fuel system tuning and driving habits, this should be more than capable of towing as much as a stock F-250 diesel, while returning 50+mpg empty.
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From: Lewistown, PA
I would take the 300L6 and do the following:
Increase stroke to 4.125"
DOHC 4 valves / cylinder
Sequential Multi-Port FI
10:1 compression
Turbocharged
This should net an easy 300hp and get decent mileage
Increase stroke to 4.125"
DOHC 4 valves / cylinder
Sequential Multi-Port FI
10:1 compression
Turbocharged
This should net an easy 300hp and get decent mileage
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From: Ontario, canada
That ceramic engine thing sounds neat, but I can't help but think it is either a hoax or a very far-fetched idea. I can't see how friction would not be a problem. I don't care how smooth two pieces of material are, rubbing them together at 5000 rpm with a load on them will cause them to heat up and fail. There would have to be some kind of an oil film or something to act as a barrier between all the moving parts.[/QUOTE]
Apparently, thats the neat thing about certain ceramics. They dont absorb heat, or transfer heat. Thats how they are able to turn such a high percentage of the fuel (heat) into motion. I remember learning about ceramic engines 25 years ago when i was in college. I understand that some ceramic parts are beginning to be used in gas turbine applications.
Apparently, thats the neat thing about certain ceramics. They dont absorb heat, or transfer heat. Thats how they are able to turn such a high percentage of the fuel (heat) into motion. I remember learning about ceramic engines 25 years ago when i was in college. I understand that some ceramic parts are beginning to be used in gas turbine applications.
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