ElliotSmith said:A diesel engine explodes and literally shoots out of a tractor pulling truck.
Apparently this type of thing is fairly common in the sport of tractor pulling, but it's much more common for the engine to simply explode.
Looks like the LH engine mount broke under tension due to high torque, so motor lifted and rolled to the right. The gearbox mount and tail-shaft then broke, fuel and air stopped, exhaust blocked, so the engine stopped suddenly, with all rotational energy transferred to all engine as a lump. The twisted RH engine mount finally let's go as the motor rolls forward out of the engine bay.mcastillo356 said:No idea about the physics behind
That happened to me, but writ small. My first car was a Toyota Tercel. I remember wondering what those lumps of rubber were, under the front-end.Baluncore said:Looks like the LH engine mount broke under tension due to high torque, so motor lifted and rolled to the right.
That reminds me of that old joke about CPUs.DaveC426913 said:That engine was not made out of engine.
Bringing up an old post, (I was looking for a specific tractor engine blow-up and came across this) but you're not correct there, if you look when they're pulling the truck away, the crank, harmonic balancer, etc are still all in the frame.. this is a split block.Baluncore said:Looks like the LH engine mount broke under tension due to high torque, so motor lifted and rolled to the right. The gearbox mount and tail-shaft then broke, fuel and air stopped, exhaust blocked, so the engine stopped suddenly, with all rotational energy transferred to all engine as a lump. The twisted RH engine mount finally let's go as the motor rolls forward out of the engine bay.
The main cause of an engine exploding out of a tractor pull semi truck is excessive strain on the engine. Tractor pulls require trucks to pull extremely heavy loads at high speeds, putting a great amount of stress on the engine and its components. This can cause the engine to overheat and ultimately fail, resulting in an explosion.
Engine explosions during tractor pulls are not very common, but they can happen. These trucks are designed to handle extreme loads and speeds, but even with proper maintenance and precautions, the strain can sometimes be too much for the engine to handle.
Yes, there are several safety measures in place to prevent engine explosions during tractor pulls. Trucks must undergo thorough inspections before competing, and drivers are required to wear safety gear and have proper training. Additionally, there are weight limits and regulations in place to prevent excessive strain on the engine.
Yes, an engine explosion during a tractor pull can be dangerous for spectators. The explosion can send debris flying, which can potentially injure nearby spectators. For this reason, it is important for spectators to stay a safe distance away from the track and follow all safety guidelines provided by the event organizers.
To prevent engine explosions during tractor pulls, regular maintenance and inspections are crucial. This includes checking for any potential issues with the engine or its components, as well as ensuring that the truck is within weight limits and regulations. It is also important for drivers to listen to their engines and know their limits to prevent excessive strain.