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Originally Posted by iminhell1
There is no (scientific) proof that beating on a cold engine is any more detrimental than beating on a warm one.
Also built into the DME are tables for cold power and warm power. Cold will not allow as much as a safety measure.
A short warm up is basic SOP for most car guys. If for nothing else to make sure no warning lights come up or no surprise leaks occur.
There is no legitimate reason you need to be or should be an obstacle on the road.
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If you like carboned up pistons and oval pistons, go ahead, drive it hard cold.
This is a mechanical machine, don't treat it like a smart phone.
Seriously, this is just terrible, terrible advice.