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V8 Engine
Eight moving pistons for the curious motor enthusiast
This V8 kit exposes the mechanical relationship between pistons, valves, camshafts and a timing chain. The finished wooden engine can be turned by hand or run electrically. It suits a car enthusiast who would enjoy assembling the workings behind an engine's familiar outline.
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A thoughtful detail before you buy
Assemble the cylinder and valve blocks in stages. Electric operation uses USB-C power, while a manual knob offers another way to demonstrate the mechanism.
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