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Originally Posted by danderer
Maybe somewhat apples-to-different-types-of-apples, but one aviation piston engine builder recommends:
".. at least one continuous hour at oil temperatures of 165°F to 200°F at intervals not to exceed 30 days". This allows any water that may have condensed in the oil to boil/evaporate.
Source: http://www.reiffpreheat.com/Lycoming%20SL180B.pdf
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Just to add...
The goal is correct but almost impossible without to achieve in an unloaded diesel.
To get the boil off in a diesel you have to run it with the prop engaged, tie that stinger tight eh. For a diesel genny, just runs all the ac's.