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Re: brit engineering ,lives

To: vafred@erols.com
Subject: Re: brit engineering ,lives
From: "Brad Kahler" <Brad.Kahler@141.com>
Date: Thu, 12 Mar 1998 21:10:26 -0600
Cc: triumphs@Autox.Team.Net
Comments: Authenticated sender is <Brad.Kahler@pop.141.com>
Sounds like a one way trip to me!!!

> Interesting article in this months British Classic Motor Monthly.
> Seems a fellow over there designed his own nitrous-oxide injection
> system with a solenoid micro valve switch to release the gas into
> the manifold for instant boost etc. and quick passing. While passing
> a Porsche the switch stuck open, while trying to turn off the
> ignition he suddenly realized he was heading toward the ferry
> landing, he then remembered he could not swim, now he wants to know
> if anyone has a better design for the switch. Seems the engine
> destroyed itself before the water, but said it was quite frightfull.
> Perhaps Joe or the good doctor from s. wales can give some help here
> I'm not quite sure what kind of help but certainly before Richard
> wakes in the A.M. to give his attention to this engineer we all know
> how he thinks on these matters.
> 

Brad

1964 Spitfire4            BFC25720L (After 10 years will be on the road in 
March!!!)
1966 TR4A                CT72398L (Needs Restoration)
1951 Dodge Truck    82217766  B-3-B-108 (Boxes & Boxes of parts right now)

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