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Build Your Own Jet Engine

Posted by michael on from the burning-down-the-house dept.

jgarland79 writes "Have you ever wanted your very own jet engine? Build one at home in your own garage. The guys over at www.garagejet.com have done just that. Their jet engine is made from an automotive turbo, spark plugs, and some scrap metal. I have made a mirror site here." We've had a couple of previous stories about a guy building pulsejet engines - the type of engine described above is a turbojet.

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  1. Well.. by mrsev · · Score: 0, Troll

    They are going to die! The only good point is that it will be quick!

  2. Re:Oh great, by icekillis · · Score: 0, Troll

    On other unrelated news. Al Qaida recruiters, who are in need for Skilled Engineers who dislike the American government and big American corporations have turned to Slashdot as a primary source for recruits.