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 Post subject: Re: 1340 V Twin build
PostPosted: Sat Dec 01, 2012 6:32 pm 
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This is an amazing thread but why is it in the WIX Hanger? I though that was aviation only? Not that I care, I'm just confused.


Because it's Pratt & Whitney....

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Ahhah! I knew there was a connection! :lol:

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Latest news from Allen is that the crankcases will be ready for pick up from the foundry this week :)

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There's a very obvious two word comment, but the workmanship looks great!! and I do not want to upset the young lady- geek Can't wait to hear that Bull snort!!

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There's a very obvious two word comment....

Nice jugs?

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There's a very obvious two word comment....

Nice jugs?

You're closer, let her smack you :lol:

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Ummm....I dunno fer sure, but that looks like a lady wistfully collecting a life insurance lotto. :shock: pop2

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I'm stunned at the amount of work that has been done to this engine already. I wish I had skills like that!

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thats really looking good!


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Gear driven cams :)

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 Post subject: Re: 1340 V Twin build
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what are the plans for the oil pump? another cover on the front to keep oil on the bearings? i cannot believe how fast its coming together


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