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Edumacate me???

03-31-2007, 12:52 PM

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SteveAnsley

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Edumacate me???

OK - here are some questions I just curious about and have not seen a direct reference to.
Some may seem very basic and be stupid

but....

1. Cummins Motor - Crank, rods, pistons; are they cast or forged?
I've seen the rod comparison picture, just curious as to if they're cast or forged.

2. Why does a diesel take so long to generate heat in the block?
Diesel has a higher BTU rating compared to gas, I assume it's the heavier casting of the block that helps dissipate the heat. Or, is it something else?

3. Clearance lights - what's the legal reason/indicator?
I think I remember something about the cab lights are required if the width of the vehicle or trailer excedes 80" - yes/no?
SRW 1 tons and 3/4 tons w/ the camper package will have the cab lights because of the 'option/ability' to tow a trailier that will exceed 'X' width?
DRW are required to have the 3 lights on the rear, correct?

Sorry, I'm just a general idiate that likes to 'why' some things are the way they are.

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'98 2500 12v Quad Cab 5spd 2wd 3.54
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