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25th Feb 2005, 11:48

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FE Hoppy

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I seem to remember that fuse plugs come in three different colours that melt at 3 design temps. Can't be bothered to look up the temperatures but anyone thinking of touching a brake unit to see how hot it is should not be allowed near an aircraft..