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    Merlin 266 Trial Data?

    I am researching the Merlin 266 in combination with the Spitfire Mk.XVI. When checking the internet or books, the only mention ever made is that it is sort of a carbon copy of the Merlin 66, but built by Packard and with the same performance. It does however have a few differences: 1. Reduction...
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    Merlin 66 Fuel Cut-off Lever

    The short version of my question: Were the Merlin 66 and newer ever started with the Fuel Cut-off Lever closed until it fired up on its manifold priming fuel? The background: 1. The Pilot's Notes for the Spitfire Mk. IX, XI and XVI with Merlin 61, 63, 66, 70 and 266 engines describes the...
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    Hawker Hurricane. Rolls-Royce Merlin Powered Fighter Aircraft. Things You Might Not Know

    Hawker Hurricane. Rolls-Royce Merlin Powered Fighter Aircraft. Things You Might Not Know https://youtu.be/p_KG3xxnyOQ
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