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Old 13-04-19, 19:23
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It may be more about the engine’s history - the Churchill’s twin six was based on Bedford 6 cylinder automotive engines with some readily available designs, while other engines like Liberty and Meteor were based on aero engines.


Sorry Lauren, but I have to correct you on the Twin Six being based on Bedford automotive engines, you will not find any side valve engines amongst them. This is a myth that has been around a long time.

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