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Q what color is dex-cool engine coolant
VicSherwood
LeopoldSpencer Release Time: July 5, 2024, 5:54 AM
Dex-Cool engine coolant is distinctively colored orange. Introduced by General Motors in 1996, this coolant was formulated to last longer than the traditional green antifreeze. Dex-Cool is ethylene glycol-based but uses organic acid technology for corrosion protection, allowing it to function effectively for up to 5 years or 150,000 miles. It’s crucial to not mix Dex-Cool with the green antifreeze as this can reduce its effectiveness and potentially cause damage to the engine’s cooling system. Always refer to the vehicle’s manufacturer guidelines when selecting coolant to ensure compatibility and optimum performance.
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Q how much horsepower does a jet engine have
NellyGill
LeopoldSpencer Release Time: July 4, 2024, 9:16 AM
The concept of “horsepower” is traditionally used for piston engines and doesn’t directly apply to jet engines. Instead, jet engines are measured in terms of thrust, typically in pounds (lbs) or Newtons (N). However, for comparative purposes, it is estimated that a single jet engine from a commercial airliner, like the Boeing 747’s RB211 engine, can produce upwards of 70,000 lbs of thrust. To convert this to the more familiar horsepower, we use the formula: thrust (in lbs) x speed (in mph) / 375 = horsepower. Assuming the jet is cruising at about 560 mph, a single RB211 engine would equivalently produce approximately 100,000 horsepower. This comparison, while not technically accurate for directly measuring a jet engine’s power, provides a relatable scale to understand the immense power jet engines can generate compared to traditional piston engines.
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Q what happens when you flood an engine
DennisWyld
LeopoldSpencer Release Time: June 27, 2024, 8:52 PM
Flooding an engine occurs when too much gasoline is poured into the combustion chamber, preventing the spark plugs from igniting the fuel-air mixture. This saturation can happen in carbureted or fuel-injected engines, often due to prolonged cranking or a malfunctioning fuel system. In such conditions, spark plugs can’t generate a spark due to being wet with fuel, making the engine hard or impossible to start. To remedy this, allowing the engine to sit for a while can help evaporate excess gasoline. Alternatively, pressing the accelerator pedal to the floor while cranking may help in some vehicles by signaling the engine control unit to cut fuel flow (applicable to fuel-injected engines). However, frequent flooding can harm engine components and spark plugs, necessitating technical attention to underlying issues such as faulty injectors or sensors. Taking preventive measures and ensuring proper maintenance are key to avoiding engine flooding.
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