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bob10
17th November 2018, 07:02 PM
YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qblgVkiWjuM)
bob10
17th November 2018, 07:19 PM
But what about a Spitfire with a Griffon!

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D96MHLxDpRo)
bob10
17th November 2018, 07:27 PM
And the aircraft many believe was the best '

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V0MAv1CHDy8)
rick130
17th November 2018, 07:35 PM
Thanks Bob, that has me reading about the DB605 engine.

One big advantage over the Merlin is the use of direct fuel injection vs carbies.
They were badly hamstrung by worse quality fuel and lubricants than the Allied planes.

there's a nice cutaway drawing here Daimler-Benz DB 601 (http://www.aviation-history.com/engines/db605.htm)
bob10
17th November 2018, 07:59 PM
Some modern stuff.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kGnH-Jbmk44)
bob10
17th November 2018, 08:01 PM
Going to the UK and want to have a look, perhaps film ? here's how.

YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNmNVEJQsVU)