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For a current F1 engine, what is speed of starting rotation?

Chuck S
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From: <jwcorvair at aol.com>
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> Hmmm. That was an interesting F1 page, but a bit dated. Current engines in 
> F1 are 2.4 liter V8 producing about 800 hp, idles at 6000 rpm, and 
> redlines at 18,000 rpm. These are very cool engines too. The tolerances 
> are so tight that, when cold, the engines are "seized" and can't be turned 
> over. The engines have to be warmed by pumping hot water and oil through 
> them for about two hours before attempting to start.
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> Corvair content: The original 1960 Corvair 140 cubic inch engine is 
> approximately 2.4 liters. Well, 800 hp is a bit out of reach, but it is 
> still a wonderful engine, and the first mass produced flat six.
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> Joe White (62 sedan, 64 Spyder project, 66 Porvair)
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