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Old 07-06-13, 05:44 PM   #8
Red October1984
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Originally Posted by seaniam81 View Post
Yes the offical Boeing start sequence is 1,2,3,4 however this was modified by USAF (or USAAF) to 3,4,1,2 because in the B-17 two out of the three batteries were beside engine 3. So by starting 3 it makes it easier on the batteries with less travel for the current, less heat, and less resistance.
Makes perfect sense.

Also, the game has me set the cowl flaps to full 100% on start up.

EDIT: AHA! Oberon! We both forgot the Master Switch in between the Magneto switches.
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