Kiekhaefer 0-45-1 drone engine run

1945 Kiekhaefer 0-45-1 gunnery target drone engine restored to running condition. Two cycle, 747cc, simultaneously firing engine of twenty horsepower runs on 8 to 1 fuel-to-oil ratio. Handmade 32 inch diameter by 36 inch pitch propeller made from select white birch. Visit WWII Dronehead on Facebook.

[@MrM-or6uh]

Good stuff!

[@tomfey6020]

Thank you. Fun for me.

[@hunterwilliams9632]

hello I have one of these it looks in really good shape but missing distributor cap also where can I find one it does look just like the vw 009 cap hope you can send me something on finding one thanks runs great

[@tomfey6020]

Hunter, greetings, thank you for your comments. The 0-45-1 does not have a distributor cap, rather a simple cover that looks like the bottom of a soup can. The cylinders are simultaneously firing so the points "timer" turns a dual coil on and off to fire both plugs at the same time. A replica cover can be obtained here: www.kipaero.com/product/timing-cover-righter-engines/ If you have any further questions contact me at [e-mail].

[@moaslimes3674]

I have one of these engines. It is missing the distributor cap and coil. Can parts be found for these?

[@tomfey6020]

Greetings and thank you for your comments. The 0-45-1 does not have a distributor cap, rather a simple cover that looks like the bottom of a soup can. The cylinders are simultaneously firing so the points "timer" turns a dual coil on and off to fire both plugs at the same time. A replica cover can be obtained here: www.kipaero.com/product/timing-cover-righter-engines/ A 12 volt Harley-Davidson/BSA/Triumph dual coil can be used to fire the plugs. Be safe; these are powerful engines. If you have any further questions contact me at [e-mail].