Orifice Plate for Cylinder Head Airflow Testing, 1978-1982
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Artifact Overview
Bobby Unser used this clear plastic part on his flow bench to help test race car engine parts. A flow bench is typically used to test the airflow through engine parts such as carburetors, cylinder heads and air filters. Testing led to better designs and engine performance -- and better race results.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Adapter (Device)
Date Made
1978-1982
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2009.171.42
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Bobby and Lisa Unser.
Material
Plastic
Rubber (Material)
Color
Black (Color)
Colorless
Dimensions
Height: 6 in
Width: 0.75 in
Length: 6 in
Inscriptions
In black marker on one side: MAC.go-kart carb
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