I was talking with one of our test techs about the rotary,
and he told me he actually worked on the Ford rotary project.
(yeah I know, Ford is holding back the rotary)
Long time ago, it seems that the team did not have the patience
or resources to solve the issues with seals. Now mind you, this
is just what I'm being told. The flaming racoon syndrome. He says
they gave up on the rotary, and left it to Mazda. The rest is history.
C. Smith


Chuck in my note I forgot to note that we were told in late 80's by an
engineer at Ford it was the "gas crisis" of 1973 was what killed the
project.  My understanding the same thing was true at GM with the mid-engine
rotary Corvette.


Steve Beckham

Here is some stuff I have. Ford used a CW engine in a Mustang for evaluation.
This is the actual motor.

Paul Lamar

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