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22 February 2000, 12:42 AM
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I build scale model gas and steam engines for a hobby. I would like to build a working 1/5 scale Liberty V12. Unfortunately, I've been unable to track down a source for blue prints of the engine. Does anyone know where I can get these drawings?
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22 February 2000, 08:26 AM
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I think your best chances are going to be through one of the licensed manufacturers of the motor. Contact Cadillac, and see if there is a Packard museum that may have them in their archives. Also I would check with W.P.A.F.B. Air Force Museum in Dayton Ohio, I believe they may have a set of the plans.
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22 February 2000, 04:51 PM
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Scott:
A useful reference might be: Dickey, Philip S. THE LIBERTY ENGINE 1918-1942. Washington, Smithsonian, 1968. It was part of the "Smithsonian Annals of Flight" series, and if I recall correctly, had a set of abbreviated plans. If you'd like, I'll look for my copy and e-mail you regarding what plans it does contain. VBR, Ira |
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26 February 2000, 06:40 AM
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Try Brian Nicklas at the National Air & Space Museum/ Smithsonian. Archives division, MRC 322 Wash D.C. 20560
Ph: 202-357-3133 FAX: 202-786-2835 He should be able to fix you up.
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26 February 2000, 06:03 PM
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Hi, Shortly after William Harrah passed away, and before the collection in Reno Nv.was broken up, I saw a restored Liberty engine there (along with a LeRhone). As Harrah's restoration group was considered one of the best in the best in the world at the time, I am sure they worked from drawings. The museum may still have this info. Bill
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