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Originally Posted by 41Sqn_Stormcrow
Rich for the Spit should be forward and Lean backwards. It just reads the wrong way in the cockpit model. Physically it is correctly implemented.
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I'm sorry but that's wrong:
http://spitfiresite.com/2010/07/anat....html/03it_001
also some 'gathered' notes checked over by a Spitfire pilot
http://forum.keypublishing.co.uk/arc...p?t-72714.html
Also this is from the A2A Simulations "Accusim" Spitfire which seems to be a well repsected simulation of the Spitfire MKI amd MKII which particularly models engine behaviour, wear etc.:
Mixture Controls - The Mk I and II have an automatic mixture control which will weaken (lean) the mixture as height is increased, regardless of whether the mixture control handle is set rearward to RICH, or set forward to WEAK (lean). If the mixture control handle is set to WEAK an extra weak mixture will be provided with a 3% drop in R.P.M. DO NOT use the extra-weak mixture at more than +2 ΒΌ lbs./sq. in. Boost.
As you'll know the Spitfire has two position mixture control, unlike the Hurricane which is adjusted by hand and again the Rear position is Rich.
The actual effect on mixture is reversed.