Fw: heaven

[Don Plasterer]

From: "Jim & Laura" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Becki Spaude" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>,"Don Plasterer" 
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]>,"Chewbacca" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Fw: heaven
Date: Sun, 3 Apr 2005 10:02:42 -0400

Sent: Saturday, April 02, 2005 1:15 AM
Subject: FW: heaven

Three men were standing in line to get into heaven one day. Apparently it 
had been a pretty busy day, though, so Peter had to tell the first one, 
"Heaven's getting pretty close to full today, and I've been asked to admit 
only people who have had particularly horrible deaths. So what's your 
story?"

So the first man replies: "Well, for a while I've suspected my wife has 
been cheating on me, so today I came home early to try to catch her 
red-handed. As I came into my 25th floor apartment, I could tell something 
was wrong, but all my searching around didn't reveal where this other guy 
could have been hiding. Finally, I went out to the balcony, and sure 
enough, there was this man hanging off the railing, 25 floors above ground! 
By now I was really mad, so I started beating on him and kicking him, but 
wouldn't you know it, he wouldn't fall off. So finally I went back into my 
apartment and got a hammer and starting hammering on his fingers. Of 
course, he couldn't stand that for long, so he let go and fell -- but even 
after 25 stories, he fell into the bushes, stunned but okay. I couldn't 
stand it anymore, so I ran into the kitchen, grabbed the fridge and threw 
it over the edge where it landed on him, killing him instantly. But all the 
stress and anger got to me, and I had a heart attack and died there on the 
balcony."

"That sounds like a pretty bad day to me," said Peter, and let the man in.
The second man comes up and Peter explains to him about heaven being full, 
and again asks for his story.

"It's been a very strange day. You see, I live on the 26th floor of my 
apartment building, and every morning I do my exercises out on my balcony. 
Well, this morning I must have slipped or something, because I fell over 
the edge. But I got lucky, and caught the railing of the balcony on the 
floor below me. I knew I couldn't hang on for very long, when suddenly this 
man burst out onto the balcony. I thought for sure I was saved, when he 
started beating on me and kicking me. I held on the best I could until he 
ran into the apartment and grabbed a hammer and started pounding on my 
hands. Finally I just let go, but again I got lucky and fell into the 
bushes below, stunned but all right. Just when I was thinking I was going 
to be okay, this refrigerator comes falling out of the sky and crushes me 
instantly, and now I'm here."

Once again, Peter had to concede that that sounded like a pretty horrible 
death.

The third man came to the front of the line, and again Peter explained that 
heaven was full and asked for his story.

"Picture this," says the third man, "I'm hiding naked inside a 
refrigerator..."

FW: Heaven

[Don Plasterer]

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Subject: Heaven
Date: Fri, 11 Mar 2005 09:14:30 EST



Two doctors and an HMO manager died and lined up at the pearly gates  for
admission to heaven.
St. Peter asked them to  identify themselves.
One doctor stepped forward and said, "I was a pediatric spine  surgeon and
helped kids overcome their deformities."
St.  Peter said, "You can enter."
The second doctor said, "I was a psychiatrist. I  helped people
rehabilitate  themselves."
St. Peter also invited him in.
The third applicant stepped forward and said, "I was an HMO manager. I
helped people get cost-effective health care."
St. Peter said, "You can come in, too."
But as the HMO manager walked by, St. Peter  added, "You can stay three
days. After that, you can go  to Hell."

Re: Accucraft SP )^) Colors

[Don Plasterer]

Pete,
Actually it does.  Cliff at Accucraft told me that the colors they were 
going to use came from a line of metal models that were being imported to 
the US.  He thought they were HO but wasn't sure.
Hard to believe a company selling $2,000 models not having any color 
pictures of the product line to offer theirr customers.

Don
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Reply-To: sslivesteam@colegroup.com
To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam 
Subject: Re: Accucraft SP )^) Colors
Date: Fri, 28 Jan 2005 10:53:11 EST
> I found the answer to my own  quwstion.  You can find the colors of the
> various switchers at:
_http://www.cryergrayfoundry.com/main/locomotive_060_SP_models.shtml_
(http://www.cryergrayfoundry.com/main/locomotive_060_SP_models.shtml)
Er,  Don... I hate to rain on your parade (and Trotfox's!) but that's an
S-scale  model.  Doesn't seem to have anything to do with  Accucraft.
Pete

Accucraft SP )^) Colors

[Don Plasterer]

I found the answer to my own quwstion.  You can find the colors of the 
various switchers at: 
http://www.cryergrayfoundry.com/main/locomotive_060_SP_models.shtml

Don

Accucraft's New SP 060 Switcher Colors

[Don Plasterer]

Calling all SP Fans,
I'm interested in the new Accucraft live steam SP 060 switch engine.  I was 
wondering if anyone on the list knows what shade of blue will be used on the 
engine.  I asked Cliff at Accucraft and he said the color specs were all in 
China.  He thought our list mom had done the color research but mom said no.

Apparently the SP yard crews had too much time on their hands and took to 
painting their engines as they saw fit.  Cliff said someone in the San 
Francisco area had done the research and given the colors to Accucraft.  I 
thought it would be nice to have a picture before spending any money!

Don

Re: twin fire tube boilers QQQ

[Don Plasterer]

Vance,
Where can one purchase the vacuum tap valve you describe?
Don
From: "Vance Bass" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Reply-To: sslivesteam@colegroup.com
To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam 
Subject: Re: twin fire tube boilers QQQ
Date: Thu, 06 Jan 2005 23:13:10 -0700
> My friend Ted solved cold water bath problems for his
> Roundhouse engine tank by making a small line drizzle steam
> into the tender to warm it up.
I did the same on my Roundhouse. It's easy on those locos because
there's a vacuum tap valve you can get, that screws into the water-level
drain on the backhead. I ran the tube down under the footboard and
connected it to the tender line with a piece of black rubber tubing. Looks
like an injector line, and when the run is over, you drop the fire and open
the valve all the way -- and the boiler refills automatically from the 
water
bath (with hot water!).

regards,
  -vance-
Vance Bass
Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA
Small-scale live steam resources: http://www.nmia.com/~vrbass

Re: Deionized water (was RH SR&RL #24)

[Don Plasterer]

Try Walmart for steam distilled h20.  They usually have it for around 60 
cents a gallon.

Don

From: Peter Foley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: Deionized water (was RH SR&RL #24)
Date: Fri, 25 Jun 2004 18:14:12 -0400
At 04:11 PM 6/25/04 -0400, you wrote:
How about the $1.29 gallon jugs from my local supermarket (Key Food) 
marked
"Steam Distilled Water"?  They're from a company called "Wissahickon" in
Kutztown PA.  I found this water website

and downloaded the analysis of Wissahickon's distilled water and 
apparently
there is absolutely nothing in it!
Yes.  Steam distilled is what you want.
pf

Re: Aster Mikado Leading Truck Question

[Don Plasterer]

Hi Walt,
Good hearing from you and thanks for the confirmation.  I had an occassional 
problem in prior years but this year things have become much worse,  
Probably the aging of my rails.  I saw a post on STIG's web site for some 
springs so I've asked for a set.  Hopefully they will take care of things.

Do you have Bob Oster's e-mail addres?  I've been meaning to contact him and 
say hello.

Don

From: "Walt Swartz" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: Aster Mikado Leading Truck Question
Date: Thu, 17 Jun 2004 20:02:44 -0400
Don,
You have the answer. When the Mike first came out, there was much 
discussion
of this problem. We (I'm a Mike owner also) found that this solved the
problem. Haven't had a derailment since I stiffened up the spring. Maybe 
one
of the other list members will recall the exact "parameters" of the needed
spring. My memory, along with other things, isn't as long as it once
was..
Keep your steam up!
Mr. Lunkenheimer's associate

Aster Mikado Leading Truck Question

[Don Plasterer]

My Aster Mikado's leading truck is jumping off the rail.  It happens when 
there is a slight bump in the track.  The Mikado is the only engine I have 
that does this.  The wheels are in gauge and there seems to be plenty of 
downward pressure on the truck.  Upon close inspection it appears that the 
engine frame is lifting up and pulling the front truck up and off the rails. 
 My thought is to put a stiffer spring on the trialing truck thereby 
raising the rear of the frame and putting more downward pressure on the 
nose.  Does this make sense?  All suggestions welcomed.

Don

Re: ?

[Don Plasterer]

A trick I read about to check if your machine is sending out the stuff:  
create a bogus e-mail address in you e-mail directory say [EMAIL PROTECTED]   
If a virus gets in your computer and uses your mailing list you will get a 
message back that your letter to [EMAIL PROTECTED] couldn't be delivered.  If 
you ever get the message, you will know you have a problem.


From: Clark Lord <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: ?
Date: Thu, 15 Apr 2004 17:13:00 -0700
And it didn't start here either.  I use the very latest anti-virus software 
which is updated daily.  It checks each message both coming in and going 
out.  It's really aggravating when this stuff happens.

And Harry, here is another chance for you to get a "special" message. :)

Hugs

Clark

Dave Cole wrote:

Mr. Lunkenheimer is one smart pooch.

This sounds to me as though someone out there has Clark and a few other 
people in their Outlook Express address book. A virus got ahold of those 
names and addresses and then sent everyone in the address book spam, 
picking Clark's and others' names to forge in the "from" field.

Since we operate this list in a Microsoft-free environment which spits 
back viruses, worms, trojan horses and pretty anything that isn't plain 
text and steam-related, this problem didn't start here.


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Bearings for a Roller Stand

[Don Plasterer]

I managed to find some RC car bearings at Tower Hobbies -- towerhobby.com 
--that I think should work out ok for a roller stand.  They are 8mm x 16mm.  
The stock # is LDX140.  The cost is $16.99 for 10 bearings.  They also sell 
a set of two bearings for $3.99.

Don

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Roller Stands

[Don Plasterer]

I would like to make a set of the roller stands featured in the current 
issue of Steam in the Garden magazine.  Does anyone have a source for small, 
inexpensive roller bearings?  The author used one inch bearings that he was 
able to get for about $1.50 for a pack of four.

Don

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Re: Coal Size

[Don Plasterer]

I smash big pieces to small using a hammer.  I aim for pieces that are in
the range of  1/4" to 3/8" square.  I use small pieces when the fire is just
starting and then go up in size once I get a good bed of coals.

Don
- Original Message -
From: "Mike Eorgoff" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Multiple recipients of sslivesteam" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Tuesday, February 04, 2003 12:18 PM
Subject: Coal Size


> What is the size range of coal pieces for good performance in Ga. 1
> locomotives?  The answer should be somewhere between dust and the size of
> the firehole opening. :-)
>
> Mike Eorgoff
> near Chicago
>
>
> 

Re: Fwd: Re: instant Aster collection

[Don Plasterer]

About 4 years ago an Aster Big Boy was going for about $10,000.  If this one 
sold for almost $16,000 I'd say the return beat most of my mutual funds over 
ther period by a long shot!!

Don


From: steve speck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Fwd: Re: instant Aster collection
Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2002 23:19:43 -0600



Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2002 22:59:27 -0600
To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
From: steve speck <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: instant Aster collection

Why all the negative responses?  Who knows, maybe these loco's are just 
like the seller says, and since he may have purchased them at original 
issue price they have become a great return for his investment.  Has 
anyone checked what CD's are paying lately...?
Steve S.




At 08:07 AM 11/15/02 +, you wrote:
On 15/11/02 6:23, "Tom Hudson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:

> I'm surprised at the number of live steam locos on sale at eBay and 
other
> sites that say the owner only ran them once or twice.  Sad.


While I never say how many steam locomotives I have (in case this
information gets back to the present Mrs Gorton) -all are working
locomotives and all have been altered and improved.  When I read about 
these
sad sack collections I am always reminded of Donald Ducks uncle, sitting 
bad
temperedly on his pile of gold.
--

Yours Aye

Tag Gorton
Longlands & Western Railway
Trematon Office
Saltash

Cornwall

Directors: T. Gorton, Madame E. Lash






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Re: Southern Pacific No. 2472

[Don Plasterer]

Hay Dave,

How about throwing a turnout and sending the train to Northern Ohio.

Don







From: Dave Cole <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: Southern Pacific No. 2472
Date: Fri, 15 Nov 2002 19:53:01 -0800

At 3:46 PM -0800 11/15/02, Shyvers, Steve wrote:

This is San Francisco/Silicon Valley local news. A friend of mine saw in 
the
Palo Alto Daily News that the Golden Gate Railroad Museum's SP #2472 will
pull a "Train for Tots" on the evenings of November 30 and December 1 as
part of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves' Toys for Tots Program. Stops are
scheduled at 4 different stops each night between San Francisco and Santa
Clara, starting at San Franciso both nights. Stops are scheduled for 25
minutes at each location.



just to clarify ... there won't be any rides on the train ... it just pulls 
up at a station, the marines do their toys for tots thing, a band plays, 
etc. the train will apparently be decorated for the holidays ...

\dmc

--
^^^
Dave Cole
Gen'l Sup't:  Grand Teton & Everglades Steam Excursion Co.
  Pacifica, Calif. USA  

List Mom: sslivesteam, the list of small-scale live steamers
  

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Accucraft vs. Roundhouse

[Don Plasterer]

My hat is off to Accucraft.  While I feel their quality still lags behind 
Roundhouse ( I have 2 Accucraft & 2 Roundhouse) I believe they have come a 
long way in the short time they have been in the live steam business.  And 
they seem to be committed to improving their product quality.

More importantly,  I feel they have brought a great deal of price stability 
to the the market.  Before the entrance of Accucraft into the marketplace, 
prices were escalating rapidy with Aster appearing to be the driving force.  
The Ruby seems to have changed that and Accucraft's subsequent offerings 
such as the C-16 and Shay have forced other's to compete or loose share. 
Plus, they seem to have brought increased focus by others on American 
prototype engines.

I still think Roundhouse is the industry standard for 
price/value/performance.  Accucraft has brought some need competition to the 
market which can't help but benefit everyone.

Don





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Re: O.T.- unusual amount of SPAM

[Don Plasterer]

I'm on MSN and haven't had any problems.  I don't know what type of filters 
they use but they sure work.

Don






From: Trent Dowler <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: O.T.- unusual amount of SPAM
Date: Fri, 08 Nov 2002 22:36:24 -0600

Hello Everyone,

 Has anyone else been experiencing an usually high amount of SPAM 
lately?
I truly don't think that it's possible for it to come from the sslivesteam
list since it's a private server and Dave does such a great job of keeping 
the
riff-raff and nonsense out. (a BIG thanks goes to Dave!) Still, it's coming
from somewhere.
 I checked my Yahoo groups settings and they've not been "defaulted 
back"
like had happened once before.
 Thoughts from the group?

Thanks in advance,
Trent



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Aster Mikado - Ceramic Burners

[Don Plasterer]

I'm about to attempt my first set of ceramic burners having just secured a 
"fire brick".  The burners will be for my Aster Mikado.

Has anyone on the list made ceramic burners for the Mikado? I was planning 
on following a design I saw in Steam in the Garden with the burner having a 
rounded top and a narrow bottom.  Do I need to make all three wicks for the 
burner or will two be enough?  How do you adjust the amount of flame you get 
- cut down on the size of the burner head or the size of the bottom to cut 
down on the alcohol consumption?

All advice is welcome.

Don


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Re: Quest for Coal

[Don Plasterer]

Hi John,
Thanks for your coal update.  Do you have a contact you could share for your
new coal find.  I have been looking for a source for my Black Adder.

Don
- Original Message -
From: "John Coughran" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Multiple recipients of sslivesteam" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Saturday, February 16, 2002 8:16 PM
Subject: Quest for Coal


> Hello All,
>
> For over 5 years now I have been tying different coal samples in my
> Shawe JACK.  Finally I have coal which is the eaqual of the coal that
> came with JACK in 1996.  John Shawe told me at Diamondhead 2002 that
> Signal Fuels coal was supposed to be the same as the Dr. Klinkerr coal
> from N. Hollywood and gave me a sample to compare.
>
> I tried coal from a 20 kg bag bought in 1999 and had marginal success
> since the fire developed clinkers and reqired lots of raking to keep air
> going through the firebed.  Steam generation was marginal and really
> caused excessive work for the fireman along with clinkers fouling the
> lower tubes.  During my 1999 Wales trip and visiting 13 RR's nobody was
> using Welsh coal because of poor quality and were forced to use Polish
> Coal which clinked a lot and smelled bad.  At this time I was told that
> all Wesh coal mines were shut down except one remaining shallow one
> which was on strike!
>
> In 2000 I was passing through N. Hollywood and bought a second bag of
> bean size and left it unopened.
>
> In February 2002 I took samples from the two bags and broke them with
> Visegrips to pass through 1/2 in. holes and ridded the dust with 1/8 in.
> holes.  The 2000 coal looked the same as the Signal coal, but in bright
> sunlight the 1999 coal had a greenish sheen.
>
> Firing Trials:
>
> 9 scoops of horticultural charcoal soaked in meths with strong blower
> and lighting the 9th scoop.  After bed all aglow, 3 scoops of coal, R,
> Center and L.  Continue this coaling as each layer lights.
>
> Signal and 2000 coal had identical properties with easy lighting, even
> colored firebed and clean white ash  --  excellent!
>
> 1999 coal was harder to light, had dark spots in the firebed, had some
> clinking and rquired raking frequently to ensure air to the firebed with
> marginal steaming  --  great coal to make things challenging for the
> fireman!
>
> The Dr. Klinker coal was labeled  WELSH DRY STEAM COAL - FERN FUELS.  In
> the June 2001 Natioal Geographic on Wales, the deep Tower Colliery has
> been re-opened after the miners bought it from the government using
> their severance pay after it's closure in 1994,  making it the only deep
> mine operating  --  best stock up on the good stuff if avalable!
>
> I still welcome coal samples to to try in my quest for good coal.  I
> have many coal stories, but won't bore you any further.
>
> All the best, John Coughran,   310-318-1547, 1525-A Artesia Blvd,
> Manhattan Beach, CA  90266-7160, USA
>
> 

Re: Ruby Kits

[Don Plasterer]

I have one of Ed's Ruby tender kits.  I purchased it about 9 months ago. In
fact, I worked with Ed to get him to produce a kit as I couldn't find
anything around that looked good behind the Ruby.  This was well before
Accucraft brought out their own Ruby tender.

I not sure what Ed is asking for the kit now.  It is a realatively easy kit
to complete and includes the trucks.  I would highly recommend it.  Why Ed
hasn't flogged it, I don't know.

Don
- Original Message -
From: "VR Bass" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Multiple recipients of sslivesteam" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Tuesday, February 12, 2002 5:23 PM
Subject: Re: Ruby Kits


> On Mon, 26 Feb 2001, "Don Plasterer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote
> > Ed Stinson of Northeast Narrow Gauge has announced three kits for the
Ruby.
> > One is a tender and the other two are Baldwin configurations.  You can
> > contact Ed at:[EMAIL PROTECTED] for details and drawings.
>
> Anyone know what ever happened to this?  NENG's web site still doesn't
have anything about them, I've never
> seen them advertised or mentioned in a New Products announcement.  Was it
a stillborn project, or is it just
> delayed?
>
> -vance-
>
>
> 

Re: Purely Commercial

[Don Plasterer]

Jim,

Looks like Roundhouse as added two more quality people to their roster.  All 
the best.

Don


>From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Purely Commercial
>Date: Tue, 5 Feb 2002 22:35:22 EST
>
>With the groups indulgence I want to make this one time commercial
>announcement:
>
> I am officially a distributor for "Roundhouse Engineering" and will be
>trading (as the Brits say) under the name
>"Texas Roundhouse."  All of the particulars are at:
><< http://roundhouse-eng.com/ >> under dealers.  My first advertisement 
>will
>be in the next issue of SitG.
>
>I will handle & stock Roundhouse engines exclusively. All repair and 
>warranty
>work will be done by Norm Saley.
>
>There was very little representation for Roundhouse at Diamondhead with the
>loss of Paul Kenney and Bob Paule. And, neither Rio Pecos nor STEAM were 
>not
>present.
>
>There was a suggestion for me to take on this responsibility about 18 
>months
>ago but at the time I chose to continue working with "Bayou Limited, Inc."
>Now, as most of you know Paul Kenney is no longer in the train business.
>I've not had any contact with him since last summer.  His stated reason for
>the sudden departure is that "he has become the primary caregiver for his
>mother-in-law."
>
>Jim Crabb
>Texas Roundhouse
>2509 Hollybrook Dr
>Seabrook, Texas 77596-2847
>281-474-9579
>
>
>




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Re: Other boiler related topic

[Don Plasterer]

Richard,
I often take a vac to my coal fired Roundhouse Fowler.  You are right in 
that it does a great job.  As far as flue cleaning, my engine was modified 
by John Shawe.  He provides (and uses himself) a bottle brush.  I would 
think you would need something a bit rough to scrape out all the crud.

Don


>From: Richard Finlayson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Other boiler related topic
>Date: Fri, 1 Feb 2002 20:36:05 -0800
>
>... on cleaning flues in coal fired loco...
>
>I think I read on this list that someone recommended against bottle
>brushes for cleaning flues due to abrasive action of brush and coal
>grit. I know first hand that the coal ash/grit is massively
>abrasive... ruined a steam engine I once built. I have been pondering
>this... wonder if a cotton cloth on the end of a rod soaked in ?
>might be a good way to clean. What is the non-ash residue of burning
>coal? Would WD40 or kerosene remove it? Also, I've taken a shop vac
>to the smokebox on my C62... did a great job of sucking all that gunk
>and nonsense out of there. I had a small tool... but then thought it
>might snag the lagging. So I just pressed the hose up against the
>opening of the smokebox door, closed the firebox door, held a thumb
>on the stack... and sucked it clean.
>
>Any ideas on the flue cleaning?
>
>Thanks,
>
>-Richard
>--
>==
>Richard Finlayson
>[EMAIL PROTECTED]




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Re: list problems?

[Don Plasterer]

Two associates that I work with made the switch to 7.0 and have had nothing 
but problems -- system lock ups.  I don't know what hardware/software they 
are running on the PC's (not Macs) but I sure have heard a lot of groans.

Don


>From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: list problems?
>Date: Wed, 30 Jan 2002 12:25:38 EST
>
>Hi,
>Some time ago list members were having problems when switching to AOL v.6.
>The Depot is considering upgrading to AOL v7.0. Have any list members made
>the switch, and did you experience any difficulties i.e. compatibility with
>[EMAIL PROTECTED]
>Hey, this concerns live steam INFORMATION ACCESSIBILITY
>Keep your steam up!
>Mr. Lunkenheimer's Associate




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Re: Coal fired

[Don Plasterer]

Harry,
The address I have is:  [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Not sure how current that is.
Don


>From: Harry Wade <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Coal fired
>Date: Mon, 14 Jan 2002 19:52:29 -0600
>
>Anyone have a current email address for John Shawe?  The last one I have
>for him is bouncing.
>hw
>
>


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Re: parafin vs lamp oil

[Don Plasterer]

I use charcoal lighter on wood charcoal when firing my coal fired Fowler. It 
burns with very little odor and does an excellent job of getting a hot fire 
for the addition of hard coal.

Don


>From: "Gary" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: parafin vs lamp oil
>Date: Sun, 6 Jan 2002 22:58:11 -0800
>
>Tony D. wrote "   I have found "lamp oil" (also labeled parrafin  wax oil)
>as sold in
>stores here, (Bay Area), barely provides enough heat to maintain a candle. 
>"
>
>My experiece substituting "paraffin oil" for "lamp oil" was the lamp wicks
>had a tiny flame with little light or heat. When I emptied the "paraffin
>oil" and replaced it with "lamp oil" the light increased a lot and the wick
>stopped burning to char which slowed the wicking action noticeably.
>Of course this has nothing to do with live steam directly, other than some
>on the list have used the term "paraffin oil" synonymously with "lamp oil".
>After my experience I would conclude fuel labeled paraffin oil is not the
>same as lamp oil.
>
>http://www.potters.org/subject06417.htm  This site has a statement from
>someone more knowledgeable than I about fuels:
>"paraffin oil
>updated sat 1 nov 97
>
>Bill Aycock on thu 12 jun 97 ([EMAIL PROTECTED])
>Lamp oil seekers- please be advised that the word "paraffin" associated
>with an oil just means that it is in the common petroleum family. The
>paraffin series includes Methane-Ethane-Propane-Butane-etc, and most of the
>constituents of gasoline and diesel fuel.. The ones usually meant when the
>word is used for a lamp oil are larger molecules than the ones up to those
>used in gasoline, but are about the same as diesel fuel .
>
>In common useage,It is the name used in many British origin countries for
>what is called Kerosene in the US.
>
>There are MANY grades and levels of purity sold. Calling an oil
>"Paraffin", has little distinctive meaning. The safest procedure is to
>ignore the name, and rely on the usage description and the source."
>~Bill Aycock
>
>
>~Gary - Eugene, OR
>http://www.angelfire.com/or/trainguy
>




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"Firebrick" for wicks and burners

[Don Plasterer]

I was also in a wood burning stove store recently and asked about fire 
bricks.  That had two types, both used to line the inside of a woodburning 
fireplace insert or Fraanklin type stove.  The one brick was very hard and I 
would think very difficult to shape.  It also did not seem to be very 
porous.  The second brick was lighter and probably could be shaped with a 
grinding bit in a rotory tool.  The store rep said the brick contained 
aluminium.  I'm not sure if that would be bad or good.

Has anyone found a firebrick (and source) that might make a good wick?

Don


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Spies Wanted -- Accucraft Live Steam Daylight

[Don Plasterer]

I saw an ad in the current Garden Railroad magazine for an Accucraft SP 
Daylight live steam engine coming in the Spring.  Does anyone on the list 
have any information on this engine?  I've gotten mixed info on whether this 
engine is going to be produced.

Don

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Turbine Oil

[Don Plasterer]

For those of you in the States, I noticed that ACE hardware carries turbine 
oil.  It comes in a small bottle with a needle tip which makes it perfect 
for getting at engine drive gear.  The cost is about $3.00.  You can find it 
in the automobile section.

Don

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Engine Clean uo ex WD-40

[Don Plasterer]

I used to clean off the water and oil spots from my locos with a light spray 
of WD-40 then a gentle wipe down with a soft cloth.  After reading all the 
recent posts, I will stop that procedure.  How does everyone clean up their 
engine "bodies" after a day of running?

Don

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Engine Storage

[Don Plasterer]

I have several live steam engines that I want to store over the winter.  I 
usually keep one out to run and put the rest on the self til the snow melts. 
  What are the do's and don'ts of storing a livesteamer?  Some people 
recommend leaving water in the boiler, others don't.  Some say lubricate the 
O rings with silicone, others say no. Should you store the engine on a piece 
of track or just sitting on a shelf? Also, how do you bring an engine out of 
storage? -  say you purchase an engine made several years ago that has never 
been run.

Don

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Re: BIO

[Don Plasterer]

Kevin -- same here.  Did you ever get that Aster Hudson going that you were 
working on?

Don


>From: "halfdan" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: BIO
>Date: Wed, 17 Oct 2001 22:49:12 -0400
>
>Kevin-it was a pleasure to meet you at the Midwest steamup.welcome
>aboard.  Cheers, Eric
>


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Re: Painted C-16

[Don Plasterer]

Eric,
Great pain job.  Thanks for the pics.  What type of paint and weathering 
techniques did you use?

DOn

Don


>From: Eric Maschwitz <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Painted C-16
>Date: Sun, 07 Oct 2001 21:26:23 -0700
>
>I threatened to do it and now it's done.  I painted and weathered my new
>C-16 "Bee."  I'm quite happy with the results.  And she seems to be a great
>runner too.  There are pictures of the finished (almost) product at the
>following URLs.  I still need to get some decals made for the loco and
>tender.
>
>http://www.grabiron.com
>
>http://silcon.com/~machine/Grabironevent%20page.html
>
>http://silcon.com/~machine/Stemgallery.html
>
>
>-Eric
>


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Re: elevated plywood

[Don Plasterer]

I used 4x8 sheets that were 5/8" thick.  At the time, I believe it was all 
that was available. I know Trex is now sold for decking and more sizes are 
available.  I have seen a couple of Trex patio decks and they are fantastic.

Don


>From: "Jonathan Bloom" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: elevated plywood
>Date: Thu, 13 Sep 2001 09:40:50 -0700
>
>Don,
>
>What dimensional sizes did you use?
>Jon
>- Original Message -
>From: "Don Plasterer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>To: "Multiple recipients of sslivesteam" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Sent: Thursday, September 13, 2001 8:47 AM
>Subject: Re: elevated plywood
>
>
> > I have used Trex on my elivated railroad with PETS frames for 4 years 
>now.
> > The Trex has been outside year round.  I live in Northern Ohio with 
>summer
> > heat reaching the 90's and winter time down to zero and below (brrr).  I
> > have had no proble whatsoever with the track bed. There has been no
>problems
> > with sags and best of all, I have not had to do any maintenance on the
>bed.
> > I strongly recommend it. (I have no ties to Trex.)
> >
> > Don
> >
> >
> > >From: "Gary Broeder" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> > >Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> > >To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> > >Subject: Re: elevated plywood
> > >Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2001 20:34:09 -0700
> > >
> > >Jonathan, and others,
> > >
> > >I have used plywood on all of my layout including the elevated  and 
>what
>is
> > >on the ground ( in ground) buried in the mud! I have had the best of 
>luck
> > >simply using roofing emulsion as a coating. That's right the tar goop
>that
> > >comes in the 1 or 5 gallon can. Paint it on with a brush or roller on a
> > >warm
> > >day.  It seals the ply from moisture and helps stick down the 
>mineralized
> > >roofing felt that I use under the track. Ply is cheap. If a piece does
>get
> > >a
> > >little warped in a few years, no big deal, slap a new piece down.
> > >
> > >I have also tried polyester resin used for boat repair. It works as 
>well,
> > >but the "tar" is less costly.
> > >
> > >GaryB
> > >
> >
> >
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Re: elevated plywood

[Don Plasterer]

I have used Trex on my elivated railroad with PETS frames for 4 years now.  
The Trex has been outside year round.  I live in Northern Ohio with summer 
heat reaching the 90's and winter time down to zero and below (brrr).  I 
have had no proble whatsoever with the track bed. There has been no problems 
with sags and best of all, I have not had to do any maintenance on the bed.  
I strongly recommend it. (I have no ties to Trex.)

Don


>From: "Gary Broeder" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: elevated plywood
>Date: Tue, 11 Sep 2001 20:34:09 -0700
>
>Jonathan, and others,
>
>I have used plywood on all of my layout including the elevated  and what is
>on the ground ( in ground) buried in the mud! I have had the best of luck
>simply using roofing emulsion as a coating. That's right the tar goop that
>comes in the 1 or 5 gallon can. Paint it on with a brush or roller on a 
>warm
>day.  It seals the ply from moisture and helps stick down the mineralized
>roofing felt that I use under the track. Ply is cheap. If a piece does get 
>a
>little warped in a few years, no big deal, slap a new piece down.
>
>I have also tried polyester resin used for boat repair. It works as well,
>but the "tar" is less costly.
>
>GaryB
>


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HGTV Garden Railroad SHow

[Don Plasterer]

HGTV is airing a show tonight on garden railroading.  It's on at 5 PM 
Eastern Standard time.

Don

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Re: PVC Track Supports

[Don Plasterer]

Charles & Trent,

I used 3" PVC pipe for my supports.  The concrete blocks were leveled and 
then I used a water level to determine the length of each pipe section.  
Everything is a "slip" fit with no cement used at all.  I was worrried about 
our Northern Ohio winters and ground heave.  The PVC and track have gone 
through three winters now without any problems.  I recheck the level each 
Spring and use shims as needed.  I put a butress on each side of the oval 
made out of aluminum angle.  The system is very sturdy and I really don't 
think I need the butress.  However, I have lots of neighborhood small fry 
and big fry who like to visit and I feel the more support the better.

Don


>From: "Charles Brumbelow" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: PVC Track Supports
>Date: Mon, 20 Aug 2001 18:23:06 -0500
>
>Don - Looks like all the digging you have to do is just enough to be sure
>the block is level.  Are the block and pipe bonded in any way?  Thanks,
>Charles
>
> > >Hi Dave,
> > >
> > >I finally got my digital camera back.  Here are a couple of pics of the
>PVC
> > >track supports I use on Walt's frames.
> >
> > http://www.45mm.com/sslivesteam/files/pvcsupport1.jpg
> >
> > and
> >
> > http://www.45mm.com/sslivesteam/files/pvcsupport2.jpg
>
>


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Re: PVC and Patio Block Photo

[Don Plasterer]

Hi Bob & List,

It was me.  Unfortunately, I forgot my digital camera at a friends house and 
will not be able to get it until next week.  I apologize for the delay.

Don


>From: "Dr. Robert M. Blackson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: PVC and Patio Block Photo
>Date: Thu, 9 Aug 2001 10:40:24 -0700
>
>Someone was going to send a photo to Dave to post to the list showing 
>PVC
>pipe anchored in patio block to support an elevated running track.  I have
>not seen it and have been reading the list closely to be careful not to 
>miss
>it, but maybe I did.
>Bob Blackson
>


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Re: Oil Bottle

[Don Plasterer]

I checked the Tower Hobbies catalog that I have.  They sell fuel bottles 
that are similar to what you are talking about.  Price is $5.99.  Their web 
site is www.towerhobbies.com.  They are a good source of RC gear and 
rechargable batteries.

Don


>From: Dave Cole <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: Oil Bottle
>Date: Mon, 6 Aug 2001 12:51:29 -0700
>
>At 3:37 PM -0400 8/6/01, John Kowalchuk wrote:
>>I found oil bottles by clicking on "Tools" in the left frame, then on the
>>"Oiler and Dispenser" in the frame that comes up on the right.  This leads
>>to several oil bottles that would appear to match the description.
>
>duh ... sorry for being so dense.
>
>\dmc
>
>--
>^^^
>Dave Cole
>Gen'l Sup't:  Grand Teton & Everglades Steam Excursion Co.
>   Pacifica, Calif. USA  
>
>List Mom: sslivesteam, the list of small-scale live steamers
>   
>Editor:   TRELLIS & TRESTLE, the newsletter of the
>   Bay Area Garden Railway Society 
>   
>Webconductor: Pacific Coast Live Steamers 
>   
>^^^


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Re: Track Sections and paint for PVC

[Don Plasterer]

Hi Dave,

I'll get you a pic by Monday.

Don


>From: Dave Cole <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: Track Sections and paint for PVC
>Date: Wed, 1 Aug 2001 08:47:59 -0700
>
>At 10:34 AM -0400 8/1/01, Don Plasterer wrote:
>>I use PVC pipe for my upright supports on my railroad.  The PVC pipe
>>goes into cement blocks that are sold for patios.
>
>Don:
>
>Do you have pictures of this? If so, please e-mail to me off-list and
>I will post on web site.
>
>\dmc
>
>--
>^^^
>Dave Cole
>Gen'l Sup't:  Grand Teton & Everglades Steam Excursion Co.
>   Pacifica, Calif. USA <http://45mm.com/> 
><mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>List Mom: sslivesteam, the list of small-scale live steamers
>   <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Editor:   TRELLIS & TRESTLE, the newsletter of the
>   Bay Area Garden Railway Society <http://www.bagrs.org/>
>   <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Webconductor: Pacific Coast Live Steamers <http://p-c-l-s.com/>
>   <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>^^^


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Re: Track Sections and paint for PVC

[Don Plasterer]

Bob,

I use PVC pipe for my upright supports on my railroad.  The PVC pipe goes 
into cement blocks that are sold for patios.  I lightly roughed up the PVC 
with sandpaper then applied exterior latex paint - 2 coats.  The pipe has 
been outside 3 years now through Northern Ohio winter and 90 degree summer 
days. It looks as good as the day I set it up.

Don


>From: "Dr. Robert M. Blackson" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Track Sections and paint for PVC
>Date: Mon, 30 Jul 2001 11:06:34 -0700
>
>I got a late start on the steaming season this year but am finally 
>ready
>to begin construction of my first outdoor track and need some advice.  I
>live in Pennsylvania where the summer temperatures go to the 90s and winter
>temperatures go to zero.
>I plan to use 20 foot diameter AristoCraft 332 brass track with 
>European
>ties and Parker #8 turnouts.  The plan is essentially an isosceles triangle
>(one angle with 4 pieces of curve and two angles with 6 pieces each).  The
>two shorter and equal sides are 40 feet long. On these straight sections I
>could use either eight straight sections of five feet or five sections of
>eight feet.  Which is the better number of track joints for
>expansion/contraction?  The five eight-foot sections for fewer gaps, or the
>eight five-foot sections for more gaps?  This track is for live-steam only;
>electrical conductivity is not a concern. The only price difference is for
>the additional number of rail clamps.
>I am building an elevated track with two-inch PVC 40 (weight?) pipe for
>the posts.  In negotiating for the right-of-way, which runs close to a well
>tended flower bed, I agreed to paint the "ugly" PVC with Rustoleum Leather
>Brown that was left from an earlier, metal project.  Will Rustoleum adhere
>well to the PVC, and should I use a primer?  Does anyone have experience
>with paint on PVC that has lasted (I don't want to have to paint this thing
>regularly)?  What is the brand, did you use a primer, what else do I need 
>to
>know?  Any help on the paint will be appreciated because staining the wood
>and painting the PVC seem to be the places to begin.
>Thanks in advance,
>Bob Blackson
>


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Turn On The Lights

[Don Plasterer]

Thanks for all the suggestions.  One question.  Is a high intensity LED what 
is used in the MAG lights?  I stopped at a Radio Shack today and looked at 
their LED selection.  They only had one marked "high intensity" and it was 
rather large.  On the way home I thought of the MAG light bulb.  I took the 
one I have apart. It uses a single AAA battery.  I think the light would be 
fine for an engine.  The bulb appears to be the right size and I may get 
away with using part of the reflector.

I have used the frame for a ground before and it has worked well.  My big 
problem now is the size/location for the battery.  The dummy tool box just 
might work.

Don
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Turn On the Lights

[Don Plasterer]

I would like to add a headlight to one of my live steamers.  Space is tight 
- I can't fit a AA battery and on/off switch.   A AAA battery would be a 
squeeze and hard to get at. I am looking for a bulb/battery recommendation 
from the list.  For example, would a watch battery work?  How long would it 
last? Are battery holders available?

There is a good electronic surplus store in Cleveland so I should be able to 
get small bulbs. All recommendations welcome.

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Re: Summer Steaming

[Don Plasterer]

Amen


>From: "Kevin O'Connor" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: Summer Steaming
>Date: Tue, 29 May 2001 17:31:41 -0700
>
>Yesterday, Labor Day, was the official start of the summer steaming season
>on the "Sacramento and Southside Railroad".  The afternoon was spent
>watching (and operating) a English outline Berkeley Cricket haul two LGB
>four wheeled coaches 'round and 'round.
>The air temperature at 1500 (day's high) was 70F with 33% relative humidity
>and a five to seven mph northwest breeze was featured.  Later a pork chop
>and sausage BBQ with grilled "shrooms", corn, and tomatoes was served; it
>was a heavenly day.  In thanks giving let us raise our grateful voices and
>say "Oh higher power, give us our daily steam, and deliver us from diesels,
>and so it is.
>
>Best regards,
>
>Kevin
>

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Koi Ponds vs live steam

[Don Plasterer]

I've had a koi pond for two years with a bridge cutting right through the 
center of the pond.  The bridge is only a few inches above the water level. 
My steam up area is almost right next to the pond.  To-date I have had no 
problems from steam oil.

Don
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Re: Salty's Cruise

[Don Plasterer]

I too was a sailor.  In my younger days I wanted to buy a small, one person 
sail boat to putts around Lake Erie.  My wife convinced me that a one person 
boat would be selfish and that I should get a bigger one so she and the kids 
could go to.  I ended up with a 16 foot boat that took two people to rig.  I 
took the whole family out once.  My wife informed me that she had a death 
fear of sailing earlier in her life and she was sure it had passed.  Well it 
didn't.  The sail boat sat in the garage for three years and became the 
trailer when we went on camping trips.  The only good thing about the whole 
thing was that I sold the sailboat for $200 more than I paid for it.

So ended my sailing experience.  Thank goodness I got into steam trains.

Don


>From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: Salty's Cruise
>Date: Tue, 15 May 2001 23:09:49 EDT
>
>Very interesting Walt.  There a few us that are sailors on this list.
>Twenty-five years ago plus I had a gaff rigged yawl built by Alden for the
>Bermuda races.  The Cygnet was built in 1927 and she was a  49 foot beauty.
>A did a lot of costal sailing around San Diego and to Catalina.  Always
>dreamed of going to Tahiti, but never put it together.  Land yachting 
>seemed
>to be the next best thing and my school bus conversion looked very much 
>like
>the inside of a sailboat.  I felt like I wanted to do those kind of things
>before I got too old too so I don't mind working for myself now either.
>Bob

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Re: No Brown Out here

[Don Plasterer]

Salty,

Your welcomed to swing through the North Coast and stop over at my place in 
Cleveland to boil some water.  I know your dying to stop at the Rock & Roll 
Hall fo Fame!  On the other hand, if you make it in August or later we just 
may be able to catch a few perch in the Lake of Erie.

Don


>From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: No Brown Out here
>Date: Mon, 14 May 2001 15:54:38 EDT
>
>  Walt-
>  In my case I have been frantically trying to get everything ready to
>start on our (wife and mine) yearlong trip around the U.S..  Our plan is to
>depart the 16th of this month for Southern Oregon then East to Salt Lake,
>North to Montana then east to Minnesota for a month or so.  Then on to who
>knows where but you can bet we will be somewhere warm like Florida in the
>winter.  I got my steamers and some track packed along with a oval of track
>and plan on running whenever I have the opportunity.  I am hoping to get to
>see lots of garden railroads along the way.  My only absolute requirement 
>is
>that we be in Diamondhead MS in January for the annual steam-up.  So come
>wednesday we are on the road.  Hopefully we will get our web page up and
>running early in the trip so I can post pictures.  We have a new laptop and 
>a
>cell phone so we will be able to maintain contact.  Looking forward to
>meeting many of you on the way.
>
>Salty - on the road again

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Re: Is it brown out?

[Don Plasterer]

Terry,
After getting to go to the Midwest Steamup & buying a new engine there I'll 
bet your list was a whopper!

Don


>From: "Terry Griner" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: Is it brown out?
>Date: Mon, 14 May 2001 12:39:21 -0400
>
>In my case, I'm recovering from the "honey do" list from Mothers day!
>Terry Griner
>Columbus Ohio USA
>
>

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Finishing Touch

[Don Plasterer]

Hello List,

I've just finished adding decals to a tender for an alcohol fired loco.  
What do you all recommend for a clear coat to seal the decals.  I've tried 
fuel proofing stuff for model airplanes.  It turns white when alcohol hits.  
Any suggestions.

Thanks

Don
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Midwest Steam-UP Kadoos

[Don Plasterer]

Hats off to everyone involved with the Midwest Steam up in St Louie.  I know 
you all put in a lot of hours and it sure paid off.  I had a great time and 
it was nice meeting a lot of the listees in person.

You had a great rookie season and I hope the event has a long career.

Don

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Re: Midwest Steamup

[Don Plasterer]

Diana,

I think that's excellent and I'm looking forward to attending.

DOn


>From: "Tom Eaton" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: Midwest Steamup
>Date: Fri, 20 Apr 2001 10:54:27 -0500
>
>Don,
>
>We have about 45-50 people registered so far. I am sure some will just show
>up. I don't think this is too bad for the first year.
>
>Diana Eaton
>
>- Original Message -
>From: "Don Plasterer" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>To: "Multiple recipients of sslivesteam" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Sent: Friday, April 20, 2001 8:40 AM
>Subject: Midwest Steamup
>
>
> > How many on the list are planning to attend the MIdwest Steam Up in St
>Louis
> > next month?  I'm planning on being there Thursday night through Sunday.
> > Does anyone know how many people in total are expected to attend?
> >
> > Don
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Midwest Steamup

[Don Plasterer]

How many on the list are planning to attend the MIdwest Steam Up in St Louis 
next month?  I'm planning on being there Thursday night through Sunday.  
Does anyone know how many people in total are expected to attend?

Don
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Ruby Kits

[Don Plasterer]

Ed Stinson of Northeast Narrow Gauge has announced three kits for the Ruby.  
One is a tender and the other two are Baldwin configurations.  You can 
contact Ed at:[EMAIL PROTECTED] for details and drawings.
Usual disclaimers.
Don
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Re: Wheels/Traction and melting ties

[Don Plasterer]

Phil,

Good tip on the strip of aluminum between the rails.  I've certainly melted 
a few ties in my days of steaming. A small strip will fit in the road trip 
tool box and spare me the embarrasment of melting down a friend's layout.  
Just goes to show you how a simple idea can solve a  nagging problem.

Don


>From: "Phil. Paskos" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: Wheels/Traction and melting ties
>Date: Sat, 24 Feb 2001 01:04:14 -0500
>
>On the real and practical side; At PLS Paul or Harry Quirk will grab a foam
>mop head and some alcohol to rub the tracks down a couple of times a day
>while the guys are running. Seems to work well. Harry also carries a piece
>of aluminum that fits between the rails to use for those relights of 
>alcohol
>burners to avoid melting the plastic ties.
>
>Phil.P. Reading,Pa.
>
>
> >
> > >  Who will be the first one to go prototypical and install sanders on
> > > their Gauge-1 Loco.  Super traction!
> >
> > Hey, I heard that wish expressed several times at Diamondhead!  After a
>day
> > or two, the rails get coated with steam oil and water, and you could
>really use
> > something to give you some grip.
> >
> > regards,
> >   -vance-
> >
> > Vance Bass
> > Albuquerque, New Mexico, USA
> > Small-scale live steam resources: http://www.nmia.com/~vrbass
> >
>

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Re: (No subject)

[Don Plasterer]

Paul,

That's a good sign  -- she must not have seen the price tag!

Don


>From: Paul Gieske <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: (No subject)
>Date: Wed, 21 Feb 2001 07:25:08 -0800 (PST)
>
> >> In fact, that's just how the 268 got that
> >>  awful yellow paint job)
> >>
> >>  regards,
> >>-vance-
>
>Oh, you're killing me. :)
>
>Actually my wife made a comment about how pretty the
>Bachmann Mogal was when I received it (I think it's
>too gaudy), so I thought she would be equally thrilled
>with the #268 Bee (which I think is gorgeous).  I
>received no comments what so ever.
>
>Paul
>Mesa, AZ
>
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Aster Mikado Filler Valve

[Don Plasterer]

List

A while back there was a reference to a gentleman who makes filler valves 
for the Aster Mikado.  I believe he lives in Florida with those other 
pansies on the list who can't take winter. I thought I saved his e-mail 
addres but I can't find it now.  Does anyone on the list have the address?

Don
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Aster Mikado vs LGB 1600 Turnouts

[Don Plasterer]

I know we had the lengthly discussion before on what radius LGB turnouts 
are.  My question -- will an Aster Mike make it through an LGB 1600 turnout? 
  Does anyone on the list have any experience?

Don
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Aster Mike Lubricator

[Don Plasterer]

Walt & List,

Based upon Mike Cheney's discription I would say the Aster Mike uses the 
dead leg lubricator.  It sounds like Mike owners should check to ensure 
there are no dips in the lubricator line as Mike describes which could be 
causing the oil not to flow.

Don
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Re: Ruby Tender

[Don Plasterer]

Jim & List,
Where did you get your maxitrak tender, Sulphur Springs?  It sounds like it would do the trick and I like the idea of the added weight.
 
Don

>From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: Ruby Tender 
>Date: Fri, 26 Jan 2001 13:54:33 EST 
> 
>In a message dated 01/26/01 10:31:12 AM Central Standard Time, 
>[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: 
> 
><< looking for a tender to go behind my Ruby >> 
> 
>Don et al 
> 
>I use a metal maxitrack. Looks good and the additional weight helps the 
>sound effects as well. 
> 
>Jim 
>Seabrook 
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RE: Characters??

[Don Plasterer]

List, 
I use MSN Hotmail and for some reason the list server started bouncing back my postings to the list.  I changed to Rich Text Format (whatever that is) and the messages get through but now have the strange characters.
>Don
 
From: "Charles W. Walters" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: RE: Characters?? 
>Date: Fri, 26 Jan 2001 19:42:22 -0500 
> 
>Salty, 
> 
>It also appears they are just a function of AOL. I looked back at the last 
>month a messages from the list and the only people who have the << >> are 
>AOL people. I can't stand AOL, but I do like the quote feature. 
> 
>Chuck Walters - President 
>Central New York Large Scale Railway Society 
>http://home.twcny.rr.com/cnylsrs 
> 
>-Original Message- 
>From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On 
>Behalf Of [EMAIL PROTECTED] 
>Sent: Friday, January 26, 2001 1:25 PM 
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam 
>Subject: Characters?? 
> 
> 
>In a message dated 01-01-26 11:31:12 EST, you write: 
> 
><< >> 
> Several times in the past few months these characters have appeared in 
>messages. To all you computer experts what the h--- are they?? 
>Salty 
> 
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Ruby Tender

[Don Plasterer]

List, 

I am looking for a tender to go behind my Ruby.  I'm not very good at scratch building but don't mind doing a "bash".  Does anyone know of a small tender (non-sloped back)?  Metal or plastic.  
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Re: Gas - the other kind/coal types

[Don Plasterer]

I also have a John Shawe coal conversion.  It is the Roundhouse Fowler which 
John calls the Black Adder.  I have tried a large variety of US coal, from 
Pocahontas, PA anthracite, KY and others. I have not found any that burn as 
well as the coal the John sells.  My conclusion is that the combustion 
process in a Gauge1 coal fired loco is very delicate.  Vary the air mixture 
or coal characteristics and you have a problem.  My loco runs extremely well 
on the Shawe coal.  Long runs, no clinker and very little ash.  If you 
substitue coal, problems occur and your run is compromised.  My 
recommendation is to stick with the coal that your engine/combustion chamber 
was designed around.  That being said, I really enjoy finding new sources of 
coal, from power plants to scenic railroads to try in my loco.

Don


>From: Geoff Spenceley <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: Gas - the other kind/coal types
>Date: Sat, 20 Jan 2001 14:59:57 -0800
>
>Thanks Phil,
>
>Wonder if the Irish steamers use peat?? Yvves Guillame is a great coal
>firer, and as I recall, he was one of the first (if not the first) to burn
>coal in DH, Anyone know if that is correct. Now I wonder what coal he uses.
>He is not a "lister" so won't receive this.
>
>Geoff.
>
>
>
>
>HAH!   Geoff. I know you better than that. You're way to smart to mess with
> >something that works and works well. I don't care what you're using. If 
>it
> >gives you good results, use it.
> >
> >If what you're using doesn't work or work well than start looking
> >for other resources. When Mike Moore got his John Shaw (SP?) conversion, 
>it
> >ran flawlessly until he ran out of the sample coal he got with the loco.
> >He's been trying different local coals and has not found anything that
> >works(unless he was at Diamond Head and got it working there).
> >
> >Phil.P.Reading,PA.
>
>
>
>

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Re: Displacement lubricator size increase?

[Don Plasterer]

Does anyone have any knowledge of a small steamer seizing up or wearing out 
a set of piston rings?  I've never heard of a case.  Wouldn't that be the 
result of to little or no steam oil?

Don Plasterer


>From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: Displacement lubricator size increase?
>Date: Tue, 16 Jan 2001 22:40:38 EST
>
>Hi,
>Facts I do not have, opinions I have by the carload. I really believe we 
>are
>using way too much steam oil in the average gauge 1 loco - the possible
>exception being my mike! I do not believe the degree of superheating we 
>would
>get in our puffer bellies wouldn't amount to much.
>Keep your steam up!
>Walt & Lunk

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Re: Frank S parts?

[Don Plasterer]

I'm not familiar with the i.d. of the Frank S feul line.  You could try an 
auto parts store like NAPA.  I use their windshield washer line for water 
lines from the tender to the boiler.  They have several sizes of tubing and 
most are black.  You should also try a hobby shop.  Fuel line for model 
airplanes and cars will usually work.  It comes in a couple of sizes.  You 
should be able to find Hobbylobby or the like on the internet.

Don Plasterer


>From: Gary Lane <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Frank S parts?
>Date: Fri, 12 Jan 2001 10:08:44 -0800
>
>Where is the best place to order a new fuel hose for a Frank S?
>The brass end connecting to the tender has developed a leak. The hose 
>itself
>is not leaking, just around the brass end.
>Gary of Eugene, OR
>
>PS ~ After rebending rail untill it seems to have no spiral, and carefully
>elevating and slightly banking the curve, I find that I have a decided
>downhill run of 1% going into the turn to climb my trestle. Oh well, I
>suppose this means I just warn everyone not to set the steam valve wide 
>open
>and the fire hot as possible unless they have R/C.
>
>Terry Griner wrote:
>
> > Your right Chuck, some of us had to stay home... a!
> > Okay enough self pity! Lets talk trains!
> > Terry Griner
> > Columbus Ohio USA
> >
> > >>> [EMAIL PROTECTED] 01/11/01 08:33PM >>>
> > Not everyone is in DH!!!  :(
> >
> > Chuck Walters
> > http://home.twcny.rr.com/cnylsrs
> >
> > -Original Message-
> > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On
> > Behalf Of Trent Dowler
> > Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2001 8:14 PM
> > To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam
> > Subject: Quiet list
> >
> >   Hello, anybody out there?
> >   The list sure is quiet with everyone in Diamondhead. I'll leave out at
> > around 5:30-6:00 in the morning (Friday) headed that way. Yeah!
> > Diamondhead is finally here!
> >  Gotta go finish placing everything in the truck.
> >
> > Later,
> > Trent
> >
> >
> >
> >
>

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RE: Quiet list

[Don Plasterer]

I live in Avon Lake, Ohio.  It's a burb on the far west side of Cleveland.  
There are not many live steamers in the area.  Besides myself, I know of 
only three.  We are so scattered geographly it is hard to get together.  I 
belong to the local garden railroad club - Norther Ohio Garden Railroad 
Association.  It has close to 100 members and is very active -- three public 
layouts set up and operating over the Christmas holidays.  Unfortunately, no 
live steamers.  I'll keep working on them and hopefully can make a few 
converts.

Snow is off the tracks now and I think I'll take Sandy River #24 out for a 
run.  There is no doubt that the cold weather makes the steam plume look 
teriffic.  I'll hoist a cup of hot chocolate in honor of Diamond Head!

Don


>From: "Terry Griner" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: RE: Quiet list
>Date: Fri, 12 Jan 2001 11:18:21 -0500
>
>Don,
>Where on the North Coast are you? I'm in Columbus, but Grew up outside 
>of Toledo, (and boy was it cold!).
>I was thinking the same thing re steaming. I've got a small ground track 
>and figure I could brush off the snow and run. The cold air really improves 
>the plume of my little steamer!
>Terry
>
> >>> [EMAIL PROTECTED] 01/12/01 10:31AM >>>
>Terry, there are still a few of us left up here on the north coast of Ohio.
>With this break in the cold weather I'm going to shovel off the tracks and
>see if I can't get in a few steamy laps.
>
>Don Plasterer
>
>
> >From: "Terry Griner" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> >Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> >To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
> >Subject: RE: Quiet list
> >Date: Fri, 12 Jan 2001 07:48:42 -0500
> >
> >Your right Chuck, some of us had to stay home... a!
> >Okay enough self pity! Lets talk trains!
> >Terry Griner
> >Columbus Ohio USA
> >
> > >>> [EMAIL PROTECTED] 01/11/01 08:33PM >>>
> >Not everyone is in DH!!!  :(
> >
> >Chuck Walters
> >http://home.twcny.rr.com/cnylsrs
> >
> >-Original Message-
> >From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On
> >Behalf Of Trent Dowler
> >Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2001 8:14 PM
> >To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam
> >Subject: Quiet list
> >
> >
> >   Hello, anybody out there?
> >   The list sure is quiet with everyone in Diamondhead. I'll leave out at
> >around 5:30-6:00 in the morning (Friday) headed that way. Yeah!
> >Diamondhead is finally here!
> >  Gotta go finish placing everything in the truck.
> >
> >Later,
> >Trent
> >
> >
> >
> >
>
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RE: Quiet list

[Don Plasterer]

Terry, there are still a few of us left up here on the north coast of Ohio.  
With this break in the cold weather I'm going to shovel off the tracks and 
see if I can't get in a few steamy laps.

Don Plasterer


>From: "Terry Griner" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: RE: Quiet list
>Date: Fri, 12 Jan 2001 07:48:42 -0500
>
>Your right Chuck, some of us had to stay home... a!
>Okay enough self pity! Lets talk trains!
>Terry Griner
>Columbus Ohio USA
>
> >>> [EMAIL PROTECTED] 01/11/01 08:33PM >>>
>Not everyone is in DH!!!  :(
>
>Chuck Walters
>http://home.twcny.rr.com/cnylsrs
>
>-Original Message-
>From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On
>Behalf Of Trent Dowler
>Sent: Thursday, January 11, 2001 8:14 PM
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam
>Subject: Quiet list
>
>
>   Hello, anybody out there?
>   The list sure is quiet with everyone in Diamondhead. I'll leave out at
>around 5:30-6:00 in the morning (Friday) headed that way. Yeah!
>Diamondhead is finally here!
>  Gotta go finish placing everything in the truck.
>
>Later,
>Trent
>
>
>
>

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Karmann Gia

[Don Plasterer]

All the Karmann Gias up here in northern Ohio (including my brother-in-laws 
terrific red convertible)  have long since rusted to the point of being sent 
to the scrap yard to be made into live steamers.

Don Plasterer

>From: Trent Dowler <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: O.T. Nice Car!
>Date: Mon, 08 Jan 2001 21:32:31 -0600
>
>Vance,
>
>   Never had a Karmann Gia myself, but my girlfriend (now my wife) had a 
>friend in
>high school who had one. The big deal was to see how many people could fit 
>in the
>car and still be drivable (notice I never said "safely" driven). Normally 
>the cops
>in the town would not tolerate any nonsense from the kids there, but found 
>enough
>amusement in the many "Gia stuffings" to tolerate them. Neither my wife nor 
>myself
>can remember the exact record, but we can both recall 10 on two occasions. 
>Gee, what
>that must have looked like. I miss my teens.
>   BTW, she HATED her Gia but she stills laughs her butt off every time she 
>sees one
>just because of all the memories. Personally I always thought hers was a 
>pretty cool
>car, even if it was an ugly shade of green and in desperate need of repair.
>
>Later,
>Trent
>

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Re: Roundhouse SRRL#24

[Don Plasterer]

I experienced the problem with mine about a year ago,  I solved it by 
cleaning off the rust with a Scotch Brite pad them giving the wheels & 
linkage a light coat of 3-1 oil.  I haven't had the problem since.  Just 
make sure to recoat the wheels when you are putting the engine away.

Don Plasterer


>From: "Charles W. Walters" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Roundhouse SRRL#24
>Date: Wed, 3 Jan 2001 19:42:53 -0500
>
>A question for anyone who owns a RH SRRL #24.  I have noticed a fair amount
>of surface rust on the drivers.  Any one else experiencing this?
>
>Chuck Walters
>http://home.twcny.rr.com/cnylsrs
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Re: Electric water pumping station

[Don Plasterer]

What about trying a automobile windshield washer pump?  I would think they 
produce enough pressure to fill a boiler (under pressure).  You used to be 
able to buy a replacement filler jug with the pump attached for uder $20.

Don Plasterer


>From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: Electric water pumping station
>Date: Tue, 19 Dec 2000 10:01:39 EST
>
>In a message dated 12/19/00 3:01:49 AM Eastern Standard Time,
>[EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:
> >
> >  I think the issue of concern here was getting too much oxygen content 
>in
> >  the water.
>
>As someone mentioned, the pressure tanks used in well water systems have
>separated air/water sections.  Mine has a valve on top for pumping up the 
>air
>section, and my well pump produces 40-50lbs pressure.
>
>Couldn't a small water pressure tank provide the water without mixing them?
>It wouldn't be very portable, though!
>
> Pete

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Re: Electric water pumping station

[Don Plasterer]

Harbor Freight Salvage Co. sells a metal aerosol can that can be filled with 
a liquid and then pressurized with an air comressor.  I wonder if this could 
be used as a portable fill station?.  The cost of the can is only about 
$10.00

Don Plasterer


>From: "David M. Cole" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: Electric water pumping station
>Date: Sun, 17 Dec 2000 19:03:40 -0800
>
>At 6:07 PM -0800 12/17/00, <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> >I can't see why this wouldn't work.  They usually run at around 35-35
> >PSI.  I guess it depends on what presure your boiler is at.  The only 
>prob
> >I can see is that the water would likely corode the pump after a
> >while... but I don't know that for sure.
>
>In a chat with Jack Verducci this afternoon, though I didn't bring up the
>specific idea of an electric pump, he said that has his refill bottles set
>at about 60 psi to be able to do the job "fast."
>
>\dmc
>
>
>^^^
>Dave Cole
>Gen'l Sup't:  Grand Teton & Everglades Steam Excursion Co.
>   Pacifica, Calif. USA <http://45mm.com/> 
><mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>List Mom: sslivesteam, the list of small-scale live steamers
>   <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Editor:   TRELLIS & TRESTLE, the newsletter of the
>   Bay Area Garden Railway Society <http://www.bagrs.org/>
>   <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Webconductor: Pacific Coast Live Steamers <http://p-c-l-s.com/>
>   <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>^^^
>
>

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Re: Electric water pumping station (was: Aster Mikado Springs)

[Don Plasterer]

I replaced the water line from my tender pump on both my Roundhouse Sandy 
River and Aster Mikado with black windshield washer hose from NAPA auto 
parts.  The hose is cheap and so far has worked fine.

Don Plasterer


>From: "Phil. Paskos" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: Re: Electric water pumping station (was: Aster Mikado Springs)
>Date: Sun, 17 Dec 2000 00:43:28 -0500
>
>Hi Chuck:
>
> I base this assumption on replacing the broken feed line on my
>Roundhouse SR & RL 24 with silicone fuel line. When I tried to pump water
>from the tender to the engine against the 35-40#'s of pressure, it blew the
>fuel line up like a balloon. I finally got some small diameter thick walled
>rubber line that works.
>
> It certainly will work to fill a tender. I'd rather fill a traditional
>water tower with it and lower the tower nozzle to the tender to fill it
>though.
>
>Phil.P. Reading,PA.
>
>
>)
>
>
> > Perhaps Phil.  But worth a test!  And it certainly would serve the
>function
> > Walt was referring to; a trackside electric pump for filling the tender.
> >
> > Chuck Walters
> > http://home.twcny.rr.com/cnylsrs
> >
>
>

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RE: Aster Mikado goodall valve

[Don Plasterer]

Couldn't you just use a filler bottle similar to ones supplied by Sulphur 
Springs and add a coupling that would mate with the fitting already on the 
Mikado for the tender pump?  What I don't know is whether all the Aster 
Mikados' have the "goodall" type fitting for the tender hand pump and/or 
axel pump.  I assume you could get the fitting from Aster.  Does anyone know 
of another source?

Don Plasterer

>From: "Charles W. Walters" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
>Subject: RE: Aster Mikado goodall valve
>Date: Sat, 9 Dec 2000 13:32:25 -0500
>
>Norm Saley.  They work great.  His email is: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
>
>Chuck Walters
>http://home.twcny.rr.com/cnylsrs
>
>-Original Message-
>From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On
>Behalf Of steve
>Sent: Saturday, December 09, 2000 10:33 AM
>To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam
>Subject: Aster Mikado goodall valve
>
>
>
>I have heard that someone has come up with a goodall type valve for
>filling the Aster Mikado while running. This would be great because pumping
>from the tender is very time consuming.  Any info on this would be
>appreciated.
>  Thanks,
>  Steve Speck
>
>

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Re: "Rubber" Ruby

[Don Plasterer]

Sound more like an Iron Maiden than a Rubber Ruby!

Don Plasterer
- Original Message -
From: "Kevin Strong" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Multiple recipients of sslivesteam" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Thursday, November 16, 2000 7:39 PM
Subject: "Rubber" Ruby


> Okay, I don't know what Accucraft is up to, but I think they've found
> something better than Kevlar for stopping potentially piercing objects.
>
> First, there's the steel on the frame of Ruby. Darned if I didn't go
> through 5 drill bits trying to drill two lousy holes. Nothing I had
> would cut the stuff.
>
> If that wasn't enough, the copper used on the boiler was doubly
> frustrating. All I wanted to do was mount a headlight bracket. I had no
> trouble getting the drills to bite, but when it came to the end of the
> hole, nothing I could do could get the drill to actually break through
> the copper. The drill would just spin and spin. I finally had to get out
> a hammer and a small tack to punch through, and still I had difficulty
> finishing off the hole. It took me the better part of an hour to drill
> four holes to mount one stanchion' headlight bracket!
>
> I've still got handrail stanchions I want to add to the smokebox, but I
> don't think I want to spend 'til Christmas trying to do it. Any
suggestions???
>
> Later,
>
> K
> 

Re: Allegheny Investor Club (A.I.C.)

[Don Plasterer]

I have just gotten word that the association of divorce lawyers has made
arrangements with Aster to acquire the list of Allegheny purchasers.  It
seems someone else might be interested in getting a few screws from the
Allegheny.

Don Plasterer
- Original Message -
From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Multiple recipients of sslivesteam" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Tuesday, November 07, 2000 7:25 PM
Subject: Re: Allegheny Investor Club (A.I.C.)


> Hmm, let's look at that word some -- the anti part I recognize, that
> means against.  For the life of me I don't know what this "cipation" is
that
> Geoff is against!
> Also, who will get the honor of building the loco - as I hear it, they
will
> ALL be kits. Does each member get a chance to screw it up!I mean does
> each member get a chance to put some screws in place?
> Keep your steam up!
> Mr. Lunkenheimer
> 

Allegheny Investor Club (A.I.C.)

[Don Plasterer]

Given the proposed price tag on the Aster Allegheny I suggest we form an
investment club to purchase one.  We could get 12 people each to invest
$1,500.  Each investor would then have use of the engine for one month each
year.  The club could rent out the engine to others with the club sharing in
all income.  Bond issues could be floated to purchase future engines.  All
capital gains would be reinvested in a retirement fund for the owners.  A
leasing subsidiary could be formed to purchase new engines and lease them
out to fellow live steamers who do not have sufficiently high enough D&B
ratings to buy their own engines.  Down the road a stock company might be
formed with a goal of a NYSE listing.  The potential seems unlimited.

Don Plasterer 

Re: R/C for Mikado

[Don Plasterer]

I mounted a Futaba micro servo in the tender.  A hole was drilled through
the tender front wall to pass a servo wire linkage to the throttle lever.  I
used a collar over the throttle arm with a ball attached.  (I had to grind a
flat onto the throttle arm to keep the collar from turning) The wire from
the servo was bent to get the proper movement and a ball link attached.  The
receiver, battery pack and on/off switch are mounted in the tender under a
dummy coal load.

The ball link arrangement is handy because you can quickly disconnect the
linkage if you want to run manually.

Don Plasterer
- Original Message -
From: "Charles W. Walters" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Multiple recipients of sslivesteam" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Sent: Monday, October 09, 2000 10:56 AM
Subject: R/C for Mikado


> Has anyone r/c'd their mike?  Care to pass on the details? (i.e., servo
> sizes, location of equipment, etc)
>
> Chuck Walters
> http://home.twcny.rr.com/cnylsrs
>
>