On cars Ford Focus. 2 and 3 for russian market Set the following transversely arranged four-stroke gasoline engines with a row vertical location of cylinders and liquid cooling: 1.4 l R4 16 V (80 hp); 1.6 l R4 16V (100 hp); 1.6 l R4 16V DURATEC Ti-VCT with variable gas distribution phases (115 hp); 1.8 l R4 DURATEC-HE 16V (125 hp); 2.0 l R4 16V (145 hp), as well as turbodiesel DURATORQ 1.8 L R4 16V (115 hp).

This section of the site describes only the R4 16V Duratec Ti-VCT engine as installed on most The release of cars, having a lot of common with the rest of the families of the family and the most difficult of them.
R4 16V DURATEC TI-VCT engine with upper two-step distributional shafts It has four valves for each cylinder. Switchgears are driven by a reinforced toothed belt. Belt tension is provided by spring tensioner roller. The valves are driven directly from the distributional shafts through cylindrical pushers that are simultaneously adjusting the elements of the gaps in the drive.
The head of the cylinder block is made of aluminum alloy over the transverse scheme of the cylinder purge (intake and outlet channels are located on opposite sides of the head). The saddles and guides of the valve sleeves are pressed into the head. Inlet and exhaust valves have one spring fixed through a plate with two breadcrumbs. The block head is centered on the block with two sleeves and is attached to ten screws. Between the block and head installed a non-shrouded metal frame. At the top of the head of the cylinder block, five supports of the bearing bearings of two camshafts are performed. The function of the front support performs the caliper of the system of dynamic control of the phases of the gas distribution (see below in this subsection), which simultaneously holds the camshaft from the axial offset. The remaining supports are detachable. The lower parts of the supports are made in one as a single head of the cylinder block, and the upper (lids) are attached to the head screws. The openings of the supports are treated assembly with the lids, so the covers are non-deliberate and each of them has a sequence number.
The cylinder block is a single casting from a special high-strength cast iron, forming cylinders, a cooling shirt, the top of the crankcase and five supports crankshaftMade in the form of crankcase partitions. Cylinders are brewed directly in the body of the block. At the bottom of the block, there are five beds of indigenous bearings with removable covers attached to the bolt block. The covers of the indigenous bearings are processed assembly with the block and non-visible. In the beds of bearings (in the upper parts of the supports) there are outlet holes of oil channels intended for lubricating the indigenous bearings, and through holes in which the ball valves are pressed with nozzles through which the oil sprinkles on the bottoms of the pistons and the walls of the cylinders. Special tides, flanges and holes for fastening parts, nodes and aggregates, as well as channels of the main oil line are made on the cylinder block.
The crankshaft made from high-strength cast iron rotates in native bearings equipped with steel thin-walled liners with anti-friction layer. The upper liners installed in the cylinder block have a groove on the inner surface and a pass-through slot along which the oil comes to the ball valve with the nozzle from the outlet opening of the oil canal. The lower liners do not have any grooves nor the slots. The axial movement of the crankshaft is limited to two identical stubborn semirings. A flywheel is attached to the rear end of the crankshaft with six bolts. At the front end of the crankshaft, the actuator pulley of the gas distribution mechanism and the pulley of the drive of the auxiliary aggregates is installed.
Pistons with a short skirt are made of aluminum alloy. On the cylindrical surface of the piston head, ring grooves for two compression and oil-challenged rings were made. Six drills in the groove outlooking Ring Designed for removal of oil removed ring from the walls of the cylinder. For two of these drills, the oil is supplied to the piston finger.
The piston fingers of the tubular section are installed in the pistons of the pistons with the gap and pressed with the tension in the top heads of the connecting rods, which are connected by their lower heads with rod crankshaft cranks through thin-walled liners, the design of which is similar to the indigenous inserts.
Steel rods, forged, with a core of a foreign cross section. Rollers are treated assembly with lids. In order not to confuse them when assembling, the sequence number of the cylinder is applied to the side surfaces of the connecting rods and covers.
Distribution shafts cast, cast-iron.
The gas distribution mechanism is closed by a plastic cap of the head of the cylinder block. It has an oil separator of the crankcase ventilation system.
Combined lubrication system (for details, see "Lubricant system").
A oil crankcase cast from aluminum alloy is attached to below to the cylinder block. Flange oil Carter Ford WSE-M4G323-A4 sealant is sealed. In the crankcase, a hole for draining oil, closed with a threaded plug.
Oil filter is full-flow, unimprovable, with bypass and elder valves.
The crankcase ventilation system is closed, forced, with the tap of crankcase gases through the oil separator in the air filter cavity.
Motor cooling system sealed, with expansion Bachkom. (For more information, see the cooling system).
The engine power system consists of an electric fuel pump installed in fuel tank, throttle knot, filter thin cleaning Fuel and fuel pressure regulators installed in the fuel pump module, fuel pressure ripple compensators, nozzles and fuel pipelines, and also includes an air filter.
The ignition system is microprocessor, consists of a ignition coil, high voltage wires and ignition candles. The ignition coil is managed the electronic unit Engine control systems. The ignition system during operation does not require maintenance and adjustment.
Power unit (engine with gearbox, clutch and main Transfer) Mounted on three supports with elastic rubber elements: two front, perceiving the bulk mass power aggregate, and the rear, compensating torque from the transmission and the load arising when the car starts from the place, acceleration and braking.
A distinctive feature of the R4 16V DURATEC Ti-VCT engine is the presence of a controlled electronics of the system of changing the phases of gas distribution (VCT), dynamically regulating the position of the camshaft. This system allows you to establish the optimal phases of the gas distribution for each moment of engine operation than, in turn, an increased power is achieved, the best fuel efficiency and less toxicity of the exhaust gases.

Fig. 5.1. Elements of the system of changing phases of gas distribution (VCT): 1 - mechanism VCT inlet camshaft; 2 - the transduction camshaft VCT mechanism; 3 - inlet camshaft oil carriage; 4 - seasons of the graduation camshaft; 5 - electromagnetic valve of adjustment of the position of the exhaust camshaft; 6 - Caliper system VCT; 7 - electromagnetic valve of adjustment of the position of the inlet camshaft; 8 - sensor position of the exhaust camshaft; 9 - the position sensor of the intake camshaft; 10 - cover head of the cylinder block; 11 - the specifying ring of the sensor position of the exhaust camshaft; 12 - Specifier ring of the position of the inlet camshaft

The drive belt of the gas distribution mechanism drives mechanisms 1 and 2 (Fig. 5.1) Vct, respectively, intake and exhaust camshafts. The mechanisms of VCT, in turn, lead the corresponding camshafts into rotation.
To determine the instantaneous position of the camshafts at the rear end of each of them, the sensors 8 and 9 of the camshaft position are installed. On the necks of the camshafts there are setting rings 11 and 12 position sensors.
On the front of the cylinder head, the Caliper 6 of the VCT system is installed, simultaneously performing the functions of the front bearings of the camshaft and the oil holder 3 and 4 distribution shafts. Two solenoid valve 5 and 7 are fixed on the caliper, hydraulically controlling VCT mechanisms. Electromagnetic valves, in turn, controls the electronic engine control unit.

Fig. 5.2. The diagram of the hydraulic system VCT: 1 is a socket for installing an electromagnetic valve of adjusting the position of the exhaust camshaft; 2 - Channels connecting the solenoid valve and the transmission camshaft VCT mechanism; 3 - oil supply channel to electromagnetic valves from the engine main oil line; 4 - Caliper VCT; 5 - Channels connecting the solenoid valve and the VCT mechanism of the inlet camshaft; 6 - a socket for installing an electromagnetic valve of adjusting the position of the inlet camshaft; 7 - Channel of oil supply from the main oil line of the engine to the inlet of the camshaft; 8 - head block of cylinders; 9 - oil filter system VCT; 10 - Channel of oil supply from the engine main oil line to the graduation camshaft shaft

The oil supplied to the hydraulic system of VCT from the engine main oil line, in addition to the main oil filter The lubricant system is cleaned in the additional filter 9 (Fig. 5.2) VCT hydraulic system. Additional oil treatment is required because the passage sections of the electromagnetic valves are very small and particles of contamination with a size of 0.2 mm can already be refusing a VCT system. At the same time, the filter plays the role of a safety valve, providing uninterrupted oil supply to the hydraulic system VCT under any circumstances. The filter is not subject to non-removable and replacement.

Fig. 5.3. Solenagnetic valve VCT: A - cavity connected by a channel in a caliper with the first working chamber of the VCT mechanism; In the cavity connected by the channel in the caliper with the second working chamber of the VCT mechanism; 1 - electromagnet; 2 - valve spool; 3 - ring duct connected by a channel in a caliper with a second working chamber of the VCT mechanism; 4 - Ring Oil Retroxide; 5 - ring duct connected by a channel in a caliper with the first working chamber of the VCT mechanism; 6 - Oil supply hole from the main line; 7 - valve spring; 8 - Oil drain hole

The electromagnetic valve VCT, consisting of an electromagnet 1 (Fig. 5.3) and the valve, which includes a spool 2 and spring 7, along the signals of the electronic motor control unit, supplies oil under pressure from the main line of the lubricant system in the working cavity of the VCT mechanisms or drains oil from these cavities, which leads to mutual movement of elements of mechanisms and, as a result, to a dynamic change in the position of the camshaft.
During engine operation in mode idle move The electronic motor control unit repeatedly activates the electromagnetic valves for short periods in order to clean their elements and channels from the contamination randomly in them.
When switching off the power supply of electromagnetic valves VCT layers of supply of 6 oils from the main line and plum 8 is fully open and the VCT mechanisms are installed in initial position. In this case, the engine works without changing the phases of gas distribution.
The elements of the VCT system (solenoid valves and the mechanisms of dynamic change in the position of the camshafts) are precise-made nodes. In this regard, when performing maintenance Or repairing a system of changing phases of gas distribution is allowed only to replace the elements of the system assembly.

Ford Focus II was produced from 2004 to 2011, and in 2008 restyling underwent. In our market, 5-door hatchbacks and sedans were especially popular. Three-dimensional and universal are noticeably less. But the stylish will have to search - their units in the market.

Body sores

Metal is strong and does not succumb to rust. And here paintwork Racked. The burned paint, sweaty bumpers, partially oversized thresholds and darkened decor details on visiting machines - it is rather signs of natural aging than barbaric operation.

Digital contacts backlighting the license plate. And in the winter due to moisture getting frozen the touch buttons of the castle luggage compartment. In order for it to be opened on the first request, it is necessary to apply lubricant to the inner surface of the Ford emblem closing the castle larch. And even better - change the full-time plastic castle (3800 rubles) on metal from Mondeo. Note that the failure of the central locking blocks not only the doors, but also a gas tank hatch. On sedans, wiring harness is often reheated, bringing food to lanterns on the lid of the trunk. Repair will cost 2400 rubles.

Wide motor gamma

As for, our Focus sold with gasoline "fours" volume of 1.4 liters (80 hp), 1.6 liters (100 and 115 hp), 1.8 l (125 hp ) and 2 l (145 hp). Dealers brought under the order versions with a 1.8-liter turbodiesel with a capacity of 115 forces. The most reliable of them will hear a simple design of a 100-strong engine produced in South Africa. The main thing is not to forget every 80,000 km to change the timing belt (1900 rubles). However, this engine is weak for "focus", especially in a pair with a "automatic". But its 115-strong fellow equipped with a gas distribution phase change system on intake and outdoor shafts, the motor thrust is sufficient in all modes. True, the clutches of the phase director (two of them, 15,000 rubles each) are not distinguished by durability.

Optimals for Ford Focus "Four" with a volume of 1.8 and 2 liters, but they are not deprived of the problems. seen in high oil consumption. If the motor "drives" lubricant, it is better to refuse from the car. The fact is that . There is a block of cylinders with all "losses", the so-called "short block". But in the GDM drive, a durable chain is used, the replacement of which will be required to 200,000 km. After 100,000 km usually begins to strive oil valve cover (1800 rubles). By this term, as a rule, the upper hydraulic engine support (4800 rubles) is wearing.

The 1.8-liter turbodiesel is distinguished by reliability. But under the condition and regular service - it is recommended to be carried out in 5000-10,000 km. Then he is able to withstand up to 300,000 km. And from diesel surrogate, the pump more than 100,000 is unlikely to stretch. Repair or replacement - from 35,000 to 65,000 rubles. After 100,000 km will have to spend money on new injection nozzles (16,500 rubles).

Two "Five" for one lesson ...

On Focus II with petrol engines 1.4 liters, 1.6 liters and 1.8 liters were established by the IB5 series, which was not distinguished by the margin of strength. When working with a high load, the satellite axis was often breaking in differential, which led to a platoon in a crankcase and repair per 100,000 rubles. If the box is heard in the box, the primary shaft bearing is to blame. With its replacement, it is impossible to pull - the consequences may be costly.

But another box - MTX75, aggregated with a 2-liter engine - more reliable. True, over time, the glands and seals of the gear shift rod are leakage. But it is the little things. The main thing is to monitor the level of "transmission". Otherwise, oil starvation will lead to the rapid wear of the shaft and gear gears. And further. The gasoline 2-liter motor (and 1.8 liter turbodiesel) is equipped with a two-mass flywheel, which is wearing 100,000 km. If they felt jerks when starting from the place and the characteristic ripping, do not pull with its replacement. The detail is expensive - from 33,000 rubles, but the consequences of the destruction caused by the failed flywheel will be even more serious.

But it is quite reliable, although simple in design. After 150,000 km fail the valve hydraulicock (45,000 rubles) and the pressure regulator solenoids. To extend the lifestyle, servicemen recommend replacing the oil every 60,000 km.

In the clutch mechanism weak released Bearing, made in a single block with a working cylinder. After 50,000 km, he usually loses performance.

Steadfast, but there are nuances ...

Fully independent suspension McPherson racks and rear multi-dimensions are quite strong. Most of her elements are long-livers. But weak spots There are here. These are the support bearings of the racks that "are kept" by an average of 40,000-70,000 km. Approximately the same withstand and hub bearingswhich change assembly with the hubs of 17 500 rubles. When replacing, it is necessary to be careful - the ABS integrated sensors are often damaged when dismantling. Light knocks in the suspension after 30,000-50,000 km will let yourself know the stabilizer racks. But the bushings are kept twice as much. Simultaneously with them, 80,000-100,000 km will turn a turn of the renewal of the ball supports assembly with the lever and silent blocks (5800 rubles). And then on the approach and shock absorbers (6,500 rubles).

Ford Engine Focus 1.6l.
Duratec Ti-Vct 16V Sigma

DRATEC TI VCT 1.6 characteristics

Production - Bridgend Engine
Years of release - (2004 - our days)
Cylinder Block Material - Aluminum
Power system - Injector
Type - inline
Number of cylinders - 4
Valves on the cylinder - 4
Piston stroke - 81.4 mm
Cylinder diameter - 79 mm
Compression ratio - 11
Motor volume - 1596 cm. Cube.
Power - 115 hp / 6000 Ob.min.
Torque - 155НМ / 4150 OBR
Fuel - 95.
Environmental norms - Euro 4
Fuel consumption - city 8.7l. | Route 5.4 liters. | mixed 6.6 l / 100 km
Oil consumption - 200 g / 1000 km
Oil into the engine focus Ti VCT:
5W-20
5W-30

Resource:
1. According to the plant - 250 thousand km.
2. In practice - 300-350 thousand km

Tuning
Potential is unknown
Without loss of resource - unknown

The engine was installed on:

Malfunctions and repair DURATEC TI VCT 1.6 115 hp

Focus Engine 1.6 Duratec Ti VCTit differs from the system of changing the phases of gas distribution, intake manifold, on the pistons there are grooves and other firmware. The ZETEC SE series itself leads its history since 1995 and was developed with japanese companies Yamaha, owners can be proud)). Motor resource DURATEC TI-VCT 1.6 115 hp 250 thousand km according to the plant, according to the reviews of motorists 300-350 thousand without problems.
The weak point of the engine coupling mechanism mechanism, the timing of the timing belt, is necessarily once in 160 thousand km. Conduct the replacement of rollers and a belt, otherwise the overhaul in the most inappropriate moment is provided. In addition, on the focus of Duratec Ti Vct 1.6 115 there are no hydraulic components of valve gaps and periodically (once every 150-160 thousand km) you need to regulate these same valves, it will tell about the knock in the motor. Regarding the stuffs, noise, vibration and heating, these problems are described for the 1.4 engine and are fully relevant for Duratec Ti Vcta 115 hp
There is a version of 5 hp. Weaker for Ford Mondeo And at such a big sedan he does not pull.
1.6l engine 115 hp Pretty reliable and more cheerful than simple 100 strong motor, this is the optimal selection of the system price / quality, but active driving lovers are worth looking towards DURATEC HE.

Engine tuning Ford Focus Ti VCT 1.6 115 hp

Chip tuning Duratec Ti VCT

The offices engaged in the firmware engines promise an increase of 10 hp As everyone knows, the atmospheric motors have no meaning (unlike turbo engines). All additions are the nature of self-adhesiveness and excuse for spent money, so hip-tuning 115 strong motor waste of money, and what about the compressor ...

Installing the compressor on Duratec Ti VCT

Like the younger models of Zetec-SE series (1.4 and 1.6 100 forces), this motor put a supercharger. In nature, there are ready-made whales based on the PC-23-1 turbocharger and the set of details attached to it (it is preferably with an intercooler). This compressor inflates you into a motor up to 0.5 bar, tentatively, the power of the motor will exceed 150 hp With active driving, the resource will decrease (as much as you catch up), but in a calm mode, with rare accelerations, the motor will stretch many thousands of km. In addition to the St. Petersburg kit, there are foreign whales with more productive compressors, how much the standard motor will extend after it is unknown ... deep refinement, it does not make sense on such a motor.
Technically, you can install a turbine on Ti VCT, but the engine will require too serious interference and infusion of funds.

So, Skoda Octavia A5 2008 release. Bought a car new in the cabin. Dropped 730 tr. Waited for several months. Maximum equipment. Engine 1.6 TSI, 116 hp, PPP handle. Pleasant were impressions, and the memories remained good, especially since the first foreign car, purchased from scratch. Before the purchase has repeatedly tested. Liked it german quality, appearance, 5th door, solid fitness, economy. Color chose with his wife. I do not remember what is called, the photo is visible. I purchased the mats, made a light tint of all the glasses and began to use.

Filled only 95th, or 98th gasoline. In Moscow, the fuel consumption for 7.5 liters did not go out. I liked the work of the engine and the sound - a quiet rice. Traveled to distant distances - Belarus, Sochi. For the sake of saving from Moscow to Domodedovo experimented - drove with a speed of 80 km / h. Shook fuel consumption - 4.8 liters per 100 km !!! But, you yourself understand, with such a speed to nausea in young age ... the main speed of movement on the highway 140-150 km / h. Consumption of about 8 liters per hundred. Tank 55 liters and makes the impression that it will not be empty. From Moscow to Voronezh (500 km) - 33 liters somewhere. Comfortable salon, actually wagon in capacity. Then the officials - the 1st 7000 r., The second - I do not remember somewhere 15th.

I drove 33,000 km on it. And ... sold. Tell me, what was the problems? Yes, nothing absolutely! Even the light bulb did not overcome. Boredom, in one word. Yes, there was one nuance on a trip to Belorussia. I forgot to reflect on time. I thought that Dotyanu to Mogilev. But on the lines and descents it is visible swallowed air, and the car simply stalled and stopped starting. Night. One guy from St. Petersburg (God forbid him health) reached the cable to the city. The next day, local masters unscrewed the tube, sold air traffic and that's it. The car is no longer a car no longer. Even the error was extinct after a couple of starts. Conclusion: Never allow a small amount of gasoline! Tank saturate until the second is systematically!

What did you sell? At the same time, the car on the "vegetable" track and the interior is boring, old. You can confortably move, but maneuvers are not swift. Started and every day I became more boring. Yes, and comrade, clocking my mood, began to convince more and more actively to sell him a wheelbarrow. Suggested a good money equivalent for it (670 tr.) And I gave up. I calculated that I would not sell profitable. So, car owned exactly 8 months and rolled 32,000 km. After observed before July 2009, a happy comrade until he was allowed him to succeed after an unsuccessful racing on the devias (on drunk, of course) in the Moscow region. The result of my and, ultimately, his possessions are a car in the trash! Recovery was not subject. He flew from the head of the head-leg with three pirouettes and 4 smiling chelts in the cabin. Over the great chance and absolute reliability of the car (airbags worked) no one has suffered. Basically in small things. All satisfied.

The car was insured. Damage reimbursed insurance Company A few months later, they swear on the owner, of course, but the fact of drunk, I will say in secret, I was not fixed. I believe that for many my review was useful in all respects, including a negative driving experience of my comrade. A few days after the sale of Skoda bought himself Nissan Murano, from which I am not famous for more than 3 years. There is my review about it called "Summing up". I'm going to sell Murku and try to buy a new Murka. I will not compare cars according to the whole reason. But I will not restrain - after Skoda Sky and Earth. Delight of management and comfort Murano does not just go to no comparison with Skoda.

As for the Skoda Octavia A5. Verdict: high quality, good car. Ideal for a family as a budgetary universally and economical car. Yes, if the bulk of time is operation in the city, I do not see any problems. Tall ground clearance! Purchased on borders without any problems. Power engine in the city is enough completely. I am sure, many love this car and appreciate it. Hello everyone and wishes to find your car in order to be with him in motion one.

Advantages:

• Qualitative
• Reliable
• Universal
• Economical car

Disadvantages:

• Engine 1.6 - no more than operation in the city. Route - Dacha
• Boring, old-fashioned indoor interior

I go to my "focus" -2 (restyling) for the eighth year! How time flies! I can not part! He took a new (GIA, Spaniard) more than 220 thousand km took place. Taxi drivers say that it carries around 400 thousand km., And then Cap.remont. Kayfoy still from manageability and entry in turns (tires 205 \\ 55 \\ 16 Continental Sport 2 and Pirelli. Do not put the tire load index 94, it will be rigid, 91 gud. Shumka is normal. From rubber, it depends a lot. Summer Pirelli Sherry Continental Sports Much! ) In the cabin, no cricket or violin appeared. Engine 1.6 Ti-Vct \u003d 115 hp Very frisky and reliable. Many people who know the passengers thought that I had a 2-liter) Night Dvigun did not lend, the oil changed 20 thousand for the regulations. Gasoline Lil first 95, the last 120 thousand km. I feed 98 LUKOIL-ECTO, it is more fun of overclocking, smaller and quieter work, and it is not tupit with kondey. With an aggressive driving style of 10 liters. in the town. The route is 6-7 liters. at 100-110 km. If the m4 is fading 150 km., Then the consumption is under the top ten. With growth, 190 cm. Behind the wheel is convenient. Salon spacious. No problems and breakdowns up to 100-140 thousand km. All perfectly! Where the battery costs did not even know five years) then it gives you to know about myself the suspension. Ammortizers (before) under the replacement every 100 thousand km. (If you want a little more comfort, put instead of native Sach Touring, for our roads optimally) the rear racks of the stabilizer once in 50 thousand km. The replacement of the levers assembled by 140 thousand km. (You can only change silenblocks in them) Rear levers and under the springs 150 bend. The brushes in the generator relay are changing once in 100 thousand (it is the brushes that cost 400 rubles, and not the entire generator assembly, which is offered by the official) Look for specialists for repair) Brake discs 170 thousand kMm Brake drums Rear 180 thousand km. Grip 190 thousand km One of the most expensive nodes steering Reika GUR, replacement for 190-200 thousand km. Tubes GUR Substitution for 200 thousand km. Bendix starter, not the entire starter -200 thousand km. After 200 thousand may appear increased flow Fuel, this is not a switter engine, but simply the fuel filter is clogged, change and all the rules. Summary, the device is excellent, I did not get a stake anywhere, the degrees write in turns as it should. If you do not want to stay without pants, then after a run of 100-150 thousand km. Sell \u200b\u200bor search good mechanics And the normal stores of original spare parts that prices are from 30% to 2 times cheaper (the officials will ruin). P.S. Dvigun on Focus-3 stands the same as I (105 and 125 hp) only with different settings and is slightly strangled under Euro-5, so it's reliability without a doubt. New: Now September 2018 Mileage passed for 320 thousand km. 8 (eight) times around the Ecuator Earth))) There are no problems with the engine. Pulls cheerfully. Replacement GRM once in 100-110 thousand km. Oil consumption is about 1-1.5 per 10 thousand km. If you twist or burn on the track under 150 km / h, then the avgar of oil is accelerated. Rear suspension Capitalized with the replacement of all silent blocks is about 250,000 km. Replaced the rear drums on the disk system. More than 10 thousand km in the last 2-3 years. Gasoline prefer 98 or even 100. There are no detonations on it, the start is still less and the flow rate is less, although the price is already under 50 rubles / liter. The gearbox is alive, once changed the oil. I will stick to the end! I wonder how many equators will run the engine)