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Author Topic: BMW Airhead Aircraft Engine  (Read 1458 times)

alexznam357

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BMW Airhead Aircraft Engine
« on: November 08, 2010, 08:07:42 AM »
I guess this is one application where the term "Airhead" fully applies.

http://www.ultralightnews.com/engineinfo/bmwconversion.htm

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Re: BMW Airhead Aircraft Engine
« Reply #1 on: November 08, 2010, 09:45:48 AM »
Did you see the mention of oil pressure in the article, 120 psi .
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Re: BMW Airhead Aircraft Engine
« Reply #2 on: November 08, 2010, 02:26:15 PM »
Found on the web somewhere
"During times of universal deceit, telling the truth becomes a revolutionary act."

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Re: BMW Airhead Aircraft Engine
« Reply #3 on: November 08, 2010, 07:19:36 PM »
The airhead engines really do look at 'home' when installed on an aircraft !!!!!!!!!!!
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