Gnome Rotary Aero Engine
A 1/5 scale model of the 1913 Gnome from drawings by Les Chenery
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View of all the parts made so far
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Cams, crankshaft and bearing housing
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View of crankshaft in crankcase
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View showing prop boss,cam box,crankcase and cylinder liners with spare liner.
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Drilling and spot facing the cam follower mounting holes
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The connecting rods attached to the centre bearing. The rod at the top is fixed and does not swivel like the other eight and acts as the master rod.
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Push rod and rocker for exhaust valve
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Cams and followers for exhaust valves
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Front view