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LSPI engine damage

What is LSPI? LSPI engine damage is caused by a pre-ignition event in the engine’s combustion chamber that causes heavy knock that breaks pistons and bends connecting rods. Today’s engines often use a turbocharger and gasoline direct injection (GDI) and multiple speed transmission to keep engine RPMS low and still obtain almost 25% more power from a smaller engine. Estimates show that by 2018 almost 65% of all new cars and trucks will have GDI. The turbocharger packs in more air molecules which allows for the addition of more fuel. … Read More