I while back I saw an older article (see link below) stating that engine wear increases rapidly at temperatures under 170 F (77 C). What I think is the most damaging to an engine is cold start owing to the pistons expanding faster than the cylinders. I always try to get my engine to temperature a.s.a.p. without revving it over 2500 rpm or so. Also, I believe synthetic oil goes a long way in reducing wear during cold starts. Quite frankly I'm more concerned about hot running engines than cold running ones.
http://www.gi.alaska.edu/ScienceForum/ASF7/747.html
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'98 Nissan Altima
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Last edited by renok7; 02-15-2002 at 09:34 AM.
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