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Old 14th March 2008, 11:55   #10 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Conrad'67 View Post
Doesn't fuel need to be sent into the cylinders at all times to lubricate the piston against the edge of the cylinder. If no fuel was going in on over-run but the wheels were driving the pistons, surely the engine would cease?
No - the lubrication from the oil is enough.
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