Set of Metal Nozzles in Red Wooden Block, 1980-1998
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Artifact Overview
Bobby Unser used these nozzles 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 better engine performance -- and better race results.
Artifact Details
Artifact
Nozzle
Date Made
1980-1998
Collection Title
Location
Not on exhibit to the public.
Object ID
2009.171.115
Credit
From the Collections of The Henry Ford. Gift of Bobby and Lisa Unser.
Material
Metal
Wood (Plant material)
Technique
Carving (Processes)
Casting (Process)
Color
Gray (Color)
Red
Dimensions
Height: 3.5 in
Width: 1.625 in
Length: 4.5 in
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