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Stuart Triple Expansion Steam Engine
… so good english, but have a question. I like very much the steam engines from stuart. Have already the double cylinder. My question is this one; how much may one pay for a triple expansion engine in good shape and running (secondhand of co …
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Stuart Triple Expansion Steam Engine
… s 2660.00 gbp. I would think 2100 euro may be a good price. Steam engines are very costly at any rate. Comes down to how much you want it. Rick
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Mississippi Stern wheel steamer
Hi! I have found some plans for a Mississippi Stern wheel steamer @ http://www.shipmodell.com/index_files/0POP.html I hope this helps Regards Mike
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Saito T2 steam engine
Hi Trev There is a shop in Australia (Miniature Steam Models) I have one of their steam plants find it runs very well. Prices are competitive. Rick
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Saito T2 steam engine
Hi Trev, check out Chiltern Model Steam here in the U/K, and only a little bit more expensive than the TVR1A, and a very nice looking engine. Regards, Gary
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Saito T2 steam engine
… &T In all seriousness does anyone have a recommendation for Steam power for the Mt Washington? Best Trev
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Saito T2 steam engine
… info Colin With Graham going down that takes a great little steam engine off the market. Rick
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Saito T2 steam engine
Gary, sorry to say Graham Industries. Has stopped doing steam engines. Cheers Colin.
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Saito T2 steam engine
… think you now know how the oiler works so just source some steam oil possibly from a friend at you local steam socy. You don't need much so I am sure they will spare you a small quantity. Mine is thick and gooey.
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Saito T2 steam engine
… ust a cylinder with a cap on top and a drain on the bottom, steam inlet and outlet near the top. Marty said it's a displacement oiler. I am learning a bit with each new post. Cheers Colin.
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Saito T2 steam engine
… would help me learn a bit more about the workings of small steam engines, even if it didn't work I would be able to get it working, luckily it worked. Each step I take on my path to having a steam powered boat is helping me learn. Cheers C …
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Saito T2 steam engine
… r is usually referred to as a "displacement" oilier. As the steam passes through the oilier, a bit of it will condense back to water and sink to the bottom of the oilier. The oil being lighter than water gets pushed up and floes to the engi …
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Saito T2 steam engine
… ver to the engine? So basically you are feeding pressurised steam through a lubricator full of steam oil, the steam carries the oil vapour into the engine for the necessary lubrication of the cylinders and pistons. A good lubricator should …
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Saito T2 steam engine
Hi Colin, It actually drips in with the steam as the steam goes thru it in the correct ratio. Sort of like the venturi effect, but not exactly. Trev
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Saito T2 steam engine
… you lubricated all moving parts at every use. The full size steam engines usually had oilers at all moving parts.
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Saito T2 steam engine
… is important due to the lack of lubrication provided by the steam. Trev
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Saito T2 steam engine
… nstructions to the newer versions it just says to fill with steam oil before running. Sorry for my ignorance, cheers Colin.
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Saito T2 steam engine
Thankyou Colin, I am a Newbie when it comes to Steam. Although I love it. 6000 RPM I am impressed. What a Incredible Find I don't think Saito makes a double action engine anymore. Now they want over $800. US for a single action.
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Saito T2 steam engine
… od to hear it is operational, Colin. Should give you a nice steam boat propulsion unit. Good luck with you research into the actual type. I suggest you make enquiries on some steam engine sites and perhaps Mayhem as there will be people who …
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Saito T2 steam engine
Yes Trev, it is a double acting steam engine, listed as suitable for a 1 to 1.3 metre model boat. Cheers Colin.
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Saito T2 steam engine
… or then blow into some tubing attached to the input. All my steam engines will turn over with a good blow. Having looked at the website I suspect you may have to write to Saito to identify the exact model of T2 you have. If it runs ok you w …
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Saito T2 steam engine
Colin, Ebay has variable pitch prop sold by dtjsteam listed as "P3 Variable Pitch Propeller for Steam Boat Live Steam" for 152.00 US. Saito engines are great but expensive. Trev
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Saito T2 steam engine
… inions, but I think Mallard is the best.(but I am british). Steam power has always fascinated me, in all forms. Cheers Colin.
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Saito T2 steam engine
Steam engines are my weakness with regard to motive power. I don't know if I am allowed to say this on this web site, But the Union Pacific Big Boy Locomotive is my favorite example of Steam Power. Over 6000 HP. Boilers running at 300 psi. …
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Saito T2 steam engine
Ron, steaming is a new venture for me, but my local model engineering club is full of steam buffs so hopefully I will be able to learn the safest way. Plus our wonderful website has a mass of knowledge, which I also hope to utilise. Cheers …
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Saito T2 steam engine
Great news Colin another steamer on the way. Rick
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Saito T2 steam engine
Enjoy see the steam engines, fascinating power system,but you got to know what your doing, correct Collin?
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Various models of galleons, buses, tugs, trains and steam vehicles for sale
… contribute to the B.H.F. I'm particularly interested in the Steam models but will look at the others as well Regards Mike