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Old 10-15-2009, 10:54 PM   #1
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Yep it needs to get up to normal operating temps at least....
I think that and it just idling doesnt realy charge the battery.

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Old 10-15-2009, 10:59 PM   #2
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I think that and it just idling doesnt realy charge the battery.

Tom
Most charging systems don't start throwing juice to the battery until you hit 2500-3000 RPM, so idling won't help your battery any.

Also, excessive idling will cause carbon build up, (even at operating temps), so no, you're not helping.

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