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Looking for Build instructions of a Krick Model II
… what I think are most of the Krick fittings for a Patricia steam launch. Wish I had the hull to go with it!
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Outboard drives
… out. The drives may be out of my comfort zone. Not that my steam launches would agree with that. Rick
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Outboard drives
… what Graham93, Robbob, mturpin, Martin 555, jbkiwi, and our steam engineers amongst many others have been up to. I'm just not too bad at finding things quickly All the best, Doug As German model boaters say- Wishing you always a finger of w …
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My latest acquisition, a Myford Super Seven.
Fantastic! Now you can machine your own Steam Engines!
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Mt. Washington - Dumas Kit
… Thank you all for your input. I am looking to power it with steam. I have yet to see any one that has done that, no one recommends it. Ther is someone in Great Britian I think has done that, although they had to raise the freeboard by makin …
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Mt. Washington - Dumas Kit
Hi folks, working on Dumas' Mt. Washington steamboat kit which has been quite a challenge deciphering plans, etc. I've been working on it since September of 2018 and I am finally at the point of painting/assembling. The original Dumas kit w …
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LEDs
… what lights the original builder was intending to fit. As a steam tug the lights are likely to have been paraffin on the original so yellowed leds would probably suit. Typically you would have port and starboard running lights a masthead li …
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Newbbie needing advice
… ct for a beginner but I’m a bit stumped with outline of the steam plant the drawing says unit steam engine and unit boiler No2 can’t find anything on the internet for these items. Steam power is what I would like to get into any information …
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Help /Advise for small smoke generator.
… but am restricted for space below decks for my normal water/steam type that I use. I have to fit whatever I use inside the funnel. Please see pictures of said funnel from another build. Dimensions are as follows. 83 mm… 3.1/4 inch high. 32 …
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Newbbie needing advice
Hi Tomo, actually you have it dead right and the exhaust steam does go to the condenser, which then separates the steam from the emulsified oil from the lubricator, and is vented off up the side of the chimney or even into the chimney. On n …
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Newbbie needing advice
Hi everyone I’ve been looking at some very intricate steam engines on YouTube so the first of my stupid questions what dose a condenser do am I right in thinking the exhaust steam is collected in the condenser but what happens to it after t …
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Newbbie needing advice
… ten at model shows and he is very knowledgeable about model steam and is always happy to advise those wishing to delve into steam. Dave
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Newbbie needing advice
… od at returning calls. If in future I wanted to make my own steam engine and boiler from drawing where’s the best place to get drawings I have a engineering background but not knowledge enough in the model world to make things up would much …
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Newbbie needing advice
… ick, good to hear of another modeller interested in using a steam plant. If you are intending sailing this on a public water I suggest you check with their regulations as many prohibit any form of steam model on their waters. If you have a …
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Newbbie needing advice
… tion where I can offer you advice having been involved with steam plant for the last fifty years. The main and deciding factor is budget constraints if you want to keep the spending down to an absolute minimum then Tony green is your man wi …
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Newbbie needing advice
… e info he has given you, the engine you want is a USE, Unit Steam Engine, I believe boiler number 2 maybe a replacement, see attached link. Cheers, Pete http://www.tonygreensteammodels.co.uk/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=110&sort=20a&page …
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Newbbie needing advice
Hi Mick Clevedon steam UK make and carry steam boilers and steam engines. GLC and myself and others have built steam boats. I show mine in the Harbor section I believe others have posted steam boats in there as well. Ask away will help in a …
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Newbbie needing advice
… o Mick, look at Tony Green's website at http://www.tonygreensteammodels.co.uk/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=110 I don't know what a number 2 boiler is but he should be able to help. he sells a boiler number 1. best wishes Tim
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Newbbie needing advice
… roject sounds a challenge. I am afraid I know nothing about steam power systems so am not a lot of help to you,but in the first instance can I suggest you check out some of the ongoing build blogs and then contact the builders. There are qu …
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Model boat parts and accessories
… urcing hand wheels dia. 3mm, cog wheels for scratchbuilding steam winches, pollers and fairleads to scale. If you have any of these in the proper size would love take it off your hands.
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VINTAGE BRITISH MADE WINFIELD HOBBY LATHE (NEW TOY)
… tarted with something simple and will work up from there No steam for me though, my models are strictly non polluting,- I like simple stuff, (might not look like it though) Machine might be a bit wobbly to do the fine stuff for steam anyhow …
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VINTAGE BRITISH MADE WINFIELD HOBBY LATHE (NEW TOY)
… am just wondering if JB will be drifting into the realms of steam! Martin555.
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Sail and mast rigging
… ect the lead. Make sure it is dry as any water will turn to steam and cause a scald. I always use my safety glasses, welding gloves, stout shoes and a leather apron to protect myself. Much quicker than trying to seperate the metal from the …
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Xmas in September???
Nerys, Hereford has all the necessary for steam sailing as most of the members have some kind of steam engine. I am joining this club after speaking to them, they can arrange for the test and certificate. Cheers Colin.
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Xmas in September???
Hi all, I've always envied you steamers, but just found these on our local Freecycle Network. A little Mamod static, which I will give to my grandson. But to me the real star was a Stuart Sun twin cylinder steam engine built in 1945, which …
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Xmas in September???
… controlled waters have regulations that often prohibit all steam powered models regardless of whether they require/have a valid test certificate. Model Clubs sailing on private waters will normally have their own rules but for insurance pu …
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Xmas in September???
… rys that is wonderful gift to receive. As you I was given a steam engine along with a boiler by a member GLC. It was the start for me to get into steam . If you have an air compressor may I suggest you run the engine for a while. Enjoy the …
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Xmas in September???
Talking steam, I have recently, been, extremely kindly been given a steam engine by one of our shipmates, but I am wondering where I will be able to sail the resulting build, once built. I know that both clubs I am a member of do not allow …