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Old February 14th 09, 05:34 PM posted to rec.aviation.homebuilt
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Default another poor man's car engine conversion

On Feb 14, 6:38*am, jan olieslagers
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.. But he answers the axle needn't be long, as the engine is only a
2-cylinder.

Any thoughts / ideas / comments / experiences?
TIA,


The "shortness" may not preclude harmonic vibration. Each situation
is unique.
I've never had any hands on with a @CV motor but from what I see he

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7mvTWiF6KFM

It looks to me like it would be much easier to put the belt drive and
prop on the flywheel end. Far fewer things to move and/or
modify..........

For some other interesting insights into the Citroen motor for those
like me that don't have a physical one in front of them to examine,
take a look starting at 1:50.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2QTTAzJbL3w

Are there sources for these motors, and/or parts, in the states?
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