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Old 07-03-2011, 12:22 AM   #19
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Re: how about some pics of inline 6 engines

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Originally Posted by PanelDeland View Post
I think you will find the 6 is a strong reliable engine that lasts way longer than a V8.Whether that is due to the fact people don't hot rod the 6 as much or if it's just designed in a way where it handles use better,i wouldn't know.
I've always heard that it's because the pistons are traveling straight up and down, not laying on their sides like in a V-thingy. Equal wear on the rings and the pistons themselves, as opposed to the slight gravity exerted on the rings and pistons in the V-thingy set up.
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