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Originally Posted by leathermang
Because Diesels use only 1 / 80th the fuel a gasser does to idle... in many places with cold weather ...like ski resorts and motels ...you see pictures where the snow is melted under the cars due to them being left on overnight...
A hand crank on a Diesel is not realistic... but a ' prewarmed' Diesel .... PRICELESS.
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My point about the hand crank is that technology moves forward. We don't use them anymore because they aren't realistic on anything. Some of us feel that an electric fan is an improvement, if you don't, lucky you - you've already got a clutch fan.
My point about leaving it running is that a person who's willing to leave their rig running in a
MOTEL PARKING LOT (great places to get your car stolen) is obviously in a situation where they are willing to try some unconventional solutions. If you're creative, you'll find a way to get home regardless.