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Re: Inconel alloys for exhaust stubs

Posted by Paul Patist on Fri Feb 27, 2004 07:18:07 AM

In reply top Re: Inconel alloys for exhaust stubs posted by Per Bjorkqvist on Thu Feb 26, 2004 04:29:42 PM

: I believe there must have been different types of alloys a
: mong all types of Merlins.
: At least have I found that the US V-1650's stubs are kind-
: of "stainless",since every engine I have excavated from th
: at type never have any rust on the exhaust stubs.
: Always grey and shiny.........
: On the other hand,the British Merlins seems to have anothe
: r alloy because they always have rust/corrosion on them.
: These discoveries is based on both under-water and ground
: digs.
: Now we have two questions instead of one..or..?
:
: Best wishes/ Per B
: Sweden

Per is right about the U.S. quality ! Just checked a stub from a downed 55th FG Mustang I recovered and it shows no corrosion whatsoever !
Per, any stamped numbers visible on yours ?

Regards,

Paul

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