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Originally Posted by barry022
The advantage of operating internal combustion engines at an elevated temperature has been proven to reduce engine wear, but engine failure that may have been precipitated by the installation of a thermostat in a Model A engine is cause for concern as noted in this article.
http://www.santaanitaas.org/wp-conte...tat-Theory.pdf |
Interesting article! If steam is indeed formed in the circuit it can block waterflow, further reducing cooling. This effect is present and a real danger on some motorcycle engines.
But wouldn't a (number of) bypass hole(s) be able to ensure a persistent minimum waterflow?
\Dan