A newbie's DD questions

[Joe Garner]

If your interested in the DD 2 strokes check out
the Yahoo group 'Detroit Diesel'. Lots of
knowledgeable people on that group.


HTH, Joe


wilfreddrabble wrote:
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>
> I know that older DD engines are two strokes with cam actuated
> exhaust valves but no intakes because they are blower scavenged.
>
> I also think I know that the -71 series GM diesels had belt driven
> Rootes-type superchargers.
>
> Here is my first question:
>
> Do all -92 series engines have turbochargers? (ie, not superchargers) .
>
> Second question:
>
> On busses with 8V92 engines, are the engines mounted inline or
> transverse? I know that on the old GM 4610/4710 busses with 6V71
> engines, the engines were mounted transversely.
>
> On 8V92 engined birds, is the transmission ahead of or behind the
> rear axle?
>
> To whoever takes the time to answer this post, MANY THANKS in advance!
>
> John Alldredge
>
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