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Bristol related book - FROM CHAIN DRIVE TO TURBOCHARGER.

 
 
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Old 27-02-09, 07:56 AM
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Default Bristol related book - FROM CHAIN DRIVE TO TURBOCHARGER.

While this book is predominantly about AFN, it also contains some very interesting accounts of the Aldington brother's dealings with Bristol along with their flight to the BMW factory to grab a car, engines and drawings which ultimately resulted in the Bristol 400 turning out the way it did.

It also contains some information about Fritz Fielder and the role he had after being brought to the UK.

What I find fascinating is how the accounts of the Aldington brothers differ quite markedly from Setright's version of history written in his Bristol books which of course has been copied or quoted by numerous other 'authors' over the years (and journalists who are still doing it to this day!).

Personally I think this is essential reading for any Bristol Enthusiast. (and I have no link with the seller).

Last edited by Kevin H; 21-02-10 at 10:47 PM. Reason: removed old ebay link
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