Broken valves and broken dreams

[davidkerryedwards]

The 1982 Bluebird manual for the 3208 NA says keep rpm's between 2240
and 2800 and not to let the engine lug below 2000rpm's for more than a
few seconds.

Kerry

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "davidkerryedwards"
wrote:
>
> The CAT operators manual for my coach says nothing about optimal rpm.
> It says do not run it above the rated rpm on the engine plate
> (2800rpm for a 210hp na). It says it can be run at full load between
> the rated rpm and 1900rpm (for NA) It does say DO NOT run it at full
> load under 1900rpm (for short periods, down to 1400 rpm's) for an NA
> or not below 1400rpm for a turbo. If they thought there was an
> optimal rpm, why not include it within all those limits?
>
> Kerry
> 82 FC 35
> Denver
>
> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Mr Chris Valdes
> wrote:
> >
> > I have a 78 FC 33 with a non turbo 3208. My mechanic
> > says to keep it under 2500 however that is also around
> > 55-60. I have others tell me that work on Cats that
> > those motors love to rev....
> > i am also confused???
> >
> > Help
> > Chris
> >
>