Changing the diesel over to gasoline was actually a pretty good idea. They utilized the same short block for both which meant the bottom end (Crankshaft & bearings etc.) was way more robust than necessary for a gas engine making for a virtually indestructible unit.

Ah, to fly into the Scottish estate for a weekend of shooting in one's Stringbag (Fairey Swordfish) biplane, hop into the vintage Land Rover for the trip from the landing strip to the manor house, and once there un-case the pair of Purdeys while accepting the first of many tastes of 50 year old single malt from one's host.

Last edited by Gary D.; 10/14/11 04:30 PM.