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A friend of mine who passed away not too long ago was on a ground crew for a B-36 that used these engines. He said they were bad engines in a horrible application in the B-36.
Not meant to be pushers! Not enough airflow apparently.
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Thats an interesting idea. Drag bug? Can those throw as much air as the stock fan? I'd be a little concerned, reliability-wise.
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Hey the thread title is Engine porn. That qualifies!
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Good on you for taking a road less traveled!! I'd imagine your car means a lot to you.
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In my eye, there is something timeless & very cool about a flatty in a street rod.

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