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Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-21-2013, 09:56 PM
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Posted By Shadetree
Re: ID a twin plug Flatty?

The carb does appear to be tilted but another Barner says it’s the picture.

I can't see any advantage to either application. Interesting engines.
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-21-2013, 01:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,497
Posted By Shadetree
Re: ID a twin plug Flatty?

Mike,
I am no aviation scholar but in the early years it was anything goes. The engine that 51 Merc pictured is definitely an aircraft or air boat engine. Note the propeller flange and the gear...
Forum: Early V8 (1932-53) 09-21-2013, 12:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,497
Posted By Shadetree
Re: ID a twin plug Flatty?

I have seen old fire truck engines with dual ignition, but never a flathead Ford. Yet it could be a possibility.

Note the fins for extra cooling I would guess.
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