Readying the Spitfire engine

More work on getting the Spitfire engine ready to run.  We will not having a heater so I found some old hose to bypass the heater circuit.  Top picture shows the SU carbs and radiator back on.

Engines

Have been taking engines to bits for the last few weeks.  The college has many different engines to investigate.  In Steve Gilbertsons room  are these two special engines on left is a Sachs rotary workshop demonstration engine and on the right is an old inboard boat engine.

Engine strip down

Spent today taking an old Ford engine to bits. Here is the evidence a full collection of parts.  The crankshaft shows little wear as do the other engine components.