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Steam Generator which is follow the throttle arm
Hi Gents, I tried to connect two Denes Design Steam Generators together, the result was pretty good so I created a video about it. You can find it here: https://youtu.be/KBTXdPms9dw More information: https://www.denesdesign.co.uk/products/s …
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For Sale: Partially built DIANA Steamboat Hull.
… s great plans for this hull For Sale: Partially built DIANA Steamboat Hull. (50-inch long with a 13-inch beam) This hull is a Fiberglass Hull, Fiberglass Deck with a Stuffing Box/Prop. The woodwork on the inside of the boat, deck and coamin …
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Steam Generator which is follow the throttle arm
… eck the website (https://www.denesdesign.co.uk/products/sgu-steam-generator-unit), watch the videos and make a decision, if you would like to by one please send me an email to design.denes@gmail.com. I just attached a photo about a review f …
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Steam power advice?
… t style boiler? Not sure. I always dreamed of owning a real steamer. I will shelf it for now.Thanks for the videos and info. Dave
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Paddle Steamer Waverley
… on Birkbeck pier in Weston having just landed from a paddle steamer. I was probably about three at the time. Memories, memories! Nerys
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Paddle Steamer Waverley
… be interested. https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=waverly+steam+boat&docid=608021078633034967&mid=88DEF53B4E0556DADF3A88DEF53B4E0556DADF3A&view=detail&FORM=VIRE
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Paddle Steamer Waverley
… day out on her. It was the first time I'd been on a paddle steamer since the late forties, when I had a few trips on the Medway Queen when she was still plying the waters of the Thames Estuary, before that it was the Ravenswood out of Barr …
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Does anybody have any information about this steam engine?
… ely whilst running. I would pressure test the boiler before steaming as it is over 40years old. The prop does need to be in water to lubricate the bearing and in the videos I suspect a worn bearing is also part of the vibration problem. Hop …
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Does anybody have any information about this steam engine?
I have the opportunity to pick up this steam engine. Up to this point, I've never even thought about owning/using one. But this opportunity landed in my lap unexpectedly. Does anybody know anything about this brand/model/series? What would …
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Does anybody have any information about this steam engine?
Hi Dave B, First off: I am by no means a steam aficionado, BUT ... I believe that gel fuels were developed long after this motor was. From Mike's description, burner box with cotton wool, I would surmise that the intended fuel was liquid. E …
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Does anybody have any information about this steam engine?
… d anything similar. There were other manufacturers as model steam engines were popular as toys in the 50's and 60's. It could be an American maker as there are castings and pressed steel used that rather rule out a homemade item. Value is a …
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Does anybody have any information about this steam engine?
"what you see is what you got"? That's about it, but steam it up and enjoy it for what it is
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Does anybody have any information about this steam engine?
Hi Dave The Mamod steam engines were were and are very popular simple low pressure oscillating engines often using spirit fuel in liquid or solid form. They often require the flywheel to be flicked with a finger to bring to life and will th …
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Does anybody have any information about this steam engine?
… originally said, I currently don't have any plans to use a steam engine in anything. BUT, I hate to pass up what is almost a gift ..... Dave
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Does anybody have any information about this steam engine?
Hi there this is a very basic steam engine using methylated spirit as a fuel (not ideal in a boat) in its present form it would not have any control on speed or fuel/water consumption so if your just looking for a model with just rudder con …
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Saito T2 steam engine
… so I have treated myself to a Saito T2 twin cylinder marine steam engine with reversing control. I will still be using my Stuart Turner boiler to power it, now I need a suitable tug to fit it in. Will have to search in the back of my stores …
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Saito T2 steam engine
… . What an amazing machine it is! I'm certainly no expert on steam power, but Big Boy has to be one of the prime examples. Dave
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Elctronics in steam boats
Hi Gents, If you interested in new controls etc for steam boats and steam engines please visit this website. There are: - replacement sensors for cheddar ABC - Gas control units (GCU) - Engine Control unit (ECU) - Automatic Boiler Control U …
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Elctronics in steam boats
… ld anybody interested in an Automatic Boiler Controller for Steam engines? Like Cheddar ABC was just better?
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Danny Boy, steam Drifter -Mount Fleet Models - help needed
… ny problems to sort. Mind, I have to make allowances when a steam problem rears its head, and even more so if it happens to be a Mountfleet Danny Boy North Sea Drifter. Regards, Gary.
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Danny Boy, steam Drifter -Mount Fleet Models - help needed
… a partially constructed kit for this complete with Cheddar Steam plant with all its whistles and bells. Fantastic help from Mount Fleet as they have just sent me an instruction book.construction wise not really a problem - mainly sail but …
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Danny Boy, steam Drifter -Mount Fleet Models - help needed
… ballast as there is none in mine, due to the weight of the steam plant and boiler water. Regards, Gary.
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Danny Boy, steam Drifter -Mount Fleet Models - help needed
… d. Good to hear you are aware of the requirements for model Steam and most Cheddar Boilers should test OK. Your friends will certainly prove of great use when the time comes. I have a steam unit very similar to yours in my Picket boat and t …
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Danny Boy, steam Drifter -Mount Fleet Models - help needed
… nd it’s going to be an interesting job getting them of. All steam seems to be commercial made, I am a charted fellow of the institute of insurance so I totally understand the boiler situation and water compliance. A couple of my friends res …
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Danny Boy, steam Drifter -Mount Fleet Models - help needed
… ortunate as this is a really great model, and it also has a steam plant a Cheddar no less. Worth a mention is this is an older kit before the Mountfleet fire, and this is definitely Mountfleet at its best. I will to happy to help you in you …
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Danny Boy, steam Drifter -Mount Fleet Models - help needed
… le will help you avoid many of the pitfalls. As regards the steam plant, you will need the original documentation and certificates if you intend to sail this. If the boiler was home constructed and has not been previously tested you may hav …
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Mississippi Stern wheel steamer
… del from the Engel company in Germany. They call the paddle steamer Chaperone. Got the instructions and plans now, hold on tight, great! The building instructions are still typed!!! From the Buzzard, Huntsman and Optimist I received a numbe …
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Midwest Mark Vl steam engine 980
Hi: I am looking for a Midwest Mark Vl steam engine 980 for the African Queen. Thanks, Terrytm