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Gardner has brought this to us :
On 29-Oct-2011 21:20, engineman wrote:
I'm wondering if all 2
cycle engines will run backwards or not?

Most can. The ignition timing will be off -- the spark will be late --
and the engine will not develop much power.

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Ship board diesels are coMpression ignition (just like other diesels) and

hence do not rely on ignition timing. (I believe)

I will have to get spellchecker working??

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John G.