Is it bad to start the car and let it run for a while without driving it?
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Since I don't get to drive my new 964 Turbo that much, it sits in the garage. Is it bad to start the car, let it run for a while and then shut it off without driving it? I'd like to do this to keep it running and keep the battery charged. Any opinions would be appreciated.
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What I've been told is to let it idle for a minute or two, than just take it for a short drive around your neighbourhood, this way you get to run in your gears too. Just letting it sit there and idle is not too good as it just builds up more and more heat. Pls correct me if I'm wrong guys but this is what I heard and I feel makes sense.
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I have always believd in letting it idle until the WUR kicks down about a min or two blipping the gas on occasion, and then I drive it around the block a bit until the temp comes up. This way you don't have to worry about condensation in the oil. I did this for 19 years with my 911 and it never showed any problems. Definetly stay off the boost until the temp is up.
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Most of the engine wear occurs at startup and when the engine is cold as the tolerances are more tight and the oil is cold. You'll want to start the car and drive it immediately which will warm the engine. Obviously high loads and boost should be avoided until normal operating temperature has been reached.
Allowing the engine to idle will prolong the warmup process and therefore allow for more engine wear.
Allowing the engine to idle will prolong the warmup process and therefore allow for more engine wear.
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Goffrey,
Dont you have to wait for the oil to travel around the engine before driving it out straight away? Would'nt there be more wear and tear just driving it out straight away before the oil lubricates the engine?
Dont you have to wait for the oil to travel around the engine before driving it out straight away? Would'nt there be more wear and tear just driving it out straight away before the oil lubricates the engine?
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Originally Posted by Sameer
Goffrey,
Dont you have to wait for the oil to travel around the engine before driving it out straight away? Would'nt there be more wear and tear just driving it out straight away before the oil lubricates the engine?
Dont you have to wait for the oil to travel around the engine before driving it out straight away? Would'nt there be more wear and tear just driving it out straight away before the oil lubricates the engine?
One thing I have always done if the car was sitting for long periods without being started was to disconnect the coil and crank the engine a few times to push oil through the engine. then reconnect and start the car. Is this of any value?
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One thing I have always done if the car was sitting for long periods without being started was to disconnect the coil and crank the engine a few times to push oil through the engine. then reconnect and start the car. Is this of any value?[/QUOTE]
Hey Cobalt,
Dont you think doing this is the same as trying to start an engine that is not firing- ive heard that fuel being injected without being used can cause damage thats why you should keep turning an engine over and over... correct me if im wrong
Hey Cobalt,
Dont you think doing this is the same as trying to start an engine that is not firing- ive heard that fuel being injected without being used can cause damage thats why you should keep turning an engine over and over... correct me if im wrong
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Guess I left out the part about removing the fuel pump relay also. Sorry.
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What does the factory manual say?
Manual says...
"Never leave the engine idling. When starting engine, be ready to drive immediately. Maintain moderate speed until engine is warm"
At cold temperatures the manual states:
"Do not let the engine idle to warm it up. After starting, drive vehicle at moderate speeds and avoid engine speeds above 4500 rpm during the first five minutes."