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Old 25th Oct 2010, 21:47
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eckhard
 
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Hi Cecco,

I'm not sure that alternate starting makes a lot of difference. On the other hand, it probably doesn't do any harm either.

As far as regularly turning the engine is concerned; this is definitely a good idea as corrosion will build up in between the stator case and the high pressure compressor blades after shut-down. If not 'polished off' by turning the rotor every 4 weeks or so, this corrosion can build to such an extent that it will eventually seize up the whole engine.

Remember, these engines were designed to be used once only - powering a cruise missile!
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