A beginners tech question..lugging

[Flatbutt1]

I know, or I should say that I've beentold that lugging an engine is bad.

Precisely now, what is going on in the engine when it is being lugged, and what is the potential damage?

[LakeCleElum]

Here's a good thread on the subject. Wayne said it best:

lugging a Porsche engine

[azasadny]

Thanks! Good info!

[Dan in Pasadena]

In addition to putting a tremendous amount of strain on the crank, I also believe it places a great deal of load on the wrist pins.