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Old 02-18-2008, 02:42 AM   #33
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RE: Diesel engine hours

For folks that only need the corrosion and other additives in a warm climate usually 1/3 antifreez 2/3 distilled water will do the job , assuming its fairly fresh.

Neptune P2V-7 had battery start , although later ,when in a Ferry Squadron

(greatest duty in the world!! fly most ANYTHING in the inventory after an open book exam , and 3 TO & landings)

DA Book for the DC 3 had a ground windmill start method , with a second DC 3 in front , to provide the breeze.


In Da DC-3 (C-47) Book was the ONLY place I have ever seen with a book procedure for a one engine takeoff!

Guess the Jap hospitality would have folks really willing to try anything!

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