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How far can the FZJ80 go without oil?
I've seen several large diesels started without oil in them. Detroit 149 series and 855/ N14 Cummins. Probably 10-15 minutes run time and there wasn't ever any damage to the crank or bearings. There was assembly lube in the engines, but that's it. In my teens and early 20's I was into things...- Words: 430
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How far can the FZJ80 go without oil?
No oil or other fluid in the oil pan, I would say 10 miles before knocking gets bad and 15-20 for something real bad to happen. If there's something in the pan the oil pump can pump like coolant or fuel even, you can go a lot further. Thousands of miles not possible. An engine that burns oil...- Words: 120
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