When used with reversing reduction gears, main propulsion diesel engines should be bolted tight to their foundations with fitted bolts at the output d...

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When used with reversing reduction gears, main propulsion diesel engines should be bolted tight to their foundations with fitted bolts at the output drive end and snug bolts with elongated bolt holes at the opposite end. This is done to __________.

Accepted Answer

permit thermal expansion of the engine frame away from the driven equipment as the engine reaches operating temperature

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When used with reversing reduction gears, main propulsion diesel engines should be bolted tight to their foundations with fitted bolts at the output drive end and snug bolts with elongated bolt holes at the opposite end. This is done to __________.

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