And there is this possibility
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Just 1/16 inch of mineral deposit on 1 inch cast iron is equivalent to 4 1/2 inches of cast iron, reduing heat dissipation by 40%.
Corrosion deposits of any kind raise the engine operating temperatures.
A spot of rust raises the temperature inside an engine as much as 700 degrees, causing hot spots and loss of cooling efficiency.
Saying that you have had "no problems" probably means that you have not had known mechanical failures. But, a buildup of material on your engine walls could mean extra wear at places in your engine due to hot spots resulting in less power and more fuel use as the engine ages even though no major failures occur.
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Just 1/16 inch of mineral deposit on 1 inch cast iron is equivalent to 4 1/2 inches of cast iron, reduing heat dissipation by 40%.
Corrosion deposits of any kind raise the engine operating temperatures.
A spot of rust raises the temperature inside an engine as much as 700 degrees, causing hot spots and loss of cooling efficiency.
Saying that you have had "no problems" probably means that you have not had known mechanical failures. But, a buildup of material on your engine walls could mean extra wear at places in your engine due to hot spots resulting in less power and more fuel use as the engine ages even though no major failures occur.