Chances are very good to excellent that the engine is OK as you slowed down and didn't run it under load. That alone tends to retain the hydrodynamic layer for a longer time. Also, the whole construction of the engine is pretty stout. Bummer about Hans. Hopefully he will live on as an organ donor. Glad he protected you and your family.
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'82 300SD - 361K mi - "Blue"
"Good judgement comes from experience. Experience comes from bad judgement."
listen, look, .........and duck.
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