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Old May 16, 2007 | 03:04 PM
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Old May 16, 2007 | 03:20 PM
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Not sure if that was a Merlin or Griffon engine, but awesome regardless

For me the engine sound that has sent the most tingles up my spine has been the sound of F1 engines starting up for the morning warm up at Silverstone on Grand Prix day.

After queuing from midnight, getting into the circuit & sprinting for the best viewing spot at 5.00 a.m. and then watching the mist slowly rising, hearing those engines starting up in the distance is an unforgettable sound
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Old May 17, 2007 | 12:08 AM
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcKK8oyE40k

Can't beat a good V8.
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Old May 17, 2007 | 12:36 AM
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Can't beat a wailing F355 IMO.

Especially with a Tubi Style exhaust.
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Old May 17, 2007 | 01:58 AM
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Love this. Post some more links please.
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Old May 17, 2007 | 03:24 AM
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Ducati 916/996/998 with 50mm Termignonis.

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Old May 17, 2007 | 03:55 AM
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Just for you MQ...
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Old May 17, 2007 | 06:02 AM
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Thanks Horza. Clip not long enough though! Love that popping sound at the gear changes. Don't know the correct term for it. Is it the overrun or is that something else?
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Old May 17, 2007 | 07:42 AM
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rb199's on full reheat
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Old May 17, 2007 | 07:48 AM
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the spit ix had the merlin 61, 66 or 70.

the spit xiv used the griffon

sound of a merlin, once heard never forgotten.

best engine sound ever for me as well.

but a ducati with termi's aint far behind!
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