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Functional Paper V8 Engine

Make friend, the Lotharian, says,"This V8 Engine made entirely out of paper with the exception of a few parts (motor, wires, etc.), is fully functional. It features many moving parts which include: a compound crankshaft, a rapid cooling fan, 8 rods, 8 pistons and a complex compound gearbox. The engine is powered by 2 times 1.5V D Batteries and weighs 2.98kg. From start to finish this model took one year to design and construct. There is even a D.I.Y. kit in the works that will be released shortly." Thanks Lotharian! [via] Link.

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Posted by: sandelus on November 27, 2005 at 6:28 AM

Hi,

this is not an engine if is powered by two electric engines.
Is just an ad for Scott toilet paper.

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Posted by: germanshing on December 7, 2005 at 8:35 AM

I have found it in eBay now.

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Posted by: germanshing on December 7, 2005 at 8:36 AM

I have found it in eBay now.

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