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Detroit Idle RPM

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by JSJones Trucking LLC, Jul 28, 2008.

  1. Jul 28, 2008 #1
    JSJones Trucking LLC

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    Does anyone know what RPM a Detroit 430 is supposed to be bumped up to when idling overnight? I have heard 1000 800 700. Does anyone know for sure?
     
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  3. Jul 28, 2008 #2
    Pur48Ted

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    I understand it is 1000rpm.
     
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  4. Aug 6, 2008 #3
    Truck Driver

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    Mine automatically goes to 1000 rpm when I bump it up so I guess thats the correct idle speed
     
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  5. Aug 17, 2008 #4
    Mechanic

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    1000 - 1100 for optimum fuel economy.

    :)
     
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