RE: Re[2]: sslivesteam2-Digest - Number 320

On this side of the Atlantic we call it Black Magic, the guys who can solve it call it a Black Art. Might try moving everything except the servos to the tender or a following freight or passenger car. Distance from the moving parts can help considerably. I have gained my experience from flying e

RE: Aristocraft 2-8-2 steamer.

My first thoughts also, plastic shell? My second thought was how can it be pulled off and a metal shell applied. Steve Ciambrone Vance, Im ambivalent about this ,to me a great deal of the joy in this live steam hobby is Tactile/Visual and by this I mean ,if the full size loco had wo

anybody out there?

Been quite on this list. Steve

RE: Running Superior

, "Ciambrone, Steve @ OS" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I agree with your comments on the power of the Caradoc mine pulls great and > runs very consistently. I tried adding radio control to my Excelsior using > the reverser but the slightest glitch of the radio could caus

RE: Running Superior

I agree with your comments on the power of the Caradoc mine pulls great and runs very consistently. I tried adding radio control to my Excelsior using the reverser but the slightest glitch of the radio could cause the engine to go full reverse and it would slide down the tracks with the wheels sp

RE: UK Live Steam

The Accucraft Caradoc and Superior are great running locos for a good price. I have the Caradoc and it is a strong engine for its size. Steve -Original Message- From: Andre' Schofield [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, June 09, 2004 11:55 AM To: Multiple recipients of ss

RE: wicks

Very interesting Steve, I saw the same problem with just a gravity feed meths burner also. It is in a vertical boiler with fire tubes. I only use it occasionally to run a stationary steam engine. Will try a blower next time. Steve When the burner is mounted in the boiler firebox the flames

RE: wicks

Any English to English translation sites? Steve -Original Message- From: Anthony Dixon [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Monday, April 19, 2004 12:46 PM To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam Subject:Re: wicks Hi Geoff, To clarify. as I recall, three half crowns = 7/

RE: wicks

The screw is doing exactly the same thing as the ceramic and stainless steel mesh type wicks. The steel is heating the wick and accelerating the vaporization of the meths. The vaporizing burner you guys are talking about sounds just like the burners used in the Saito marine engines which I have a

RE: wicks

These guys supply the model airplane guys like me. http://www.acp-composites.com/ACP-CAT.HTM Try the mat and cord selections. This may work for a wick material. Let us know how it works. Steve -Original Message- From: Geoff Spenceley [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, April

RE: wicks

I have used Ceramic with stainless steel mesh but have not heard of anyone using Carbon Fiber. The ceramic and mesh is available from Sulphur Springs. Steve -Original Message- From: Geoff Spenceley [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, April 16, 2004 12:00 PM To: Multiple rec

RE: Cross-tubes was Libelous Rant

You need about 60" steam launch with a Stuart D10, it would make a very impressive boat model. Steve > -Original Message- > From: Geoff Spenceley [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Friday, April 02, 2004 9:50 AM > To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam > Subject: Re: Cross-tubes was L

RE: was Steamup Pictures - now Basic Project Engine

Maybe the problem can be solved by just changing the recommended engine to the Midwest Heritage engine instead of the Midwest Mark IV version. The Heritage has two of the three issues covered in the post by Jim It is supplied silver soldered and has a safety valve. As with the Mark IV boiler the

RE: Refinement on the momentum car

Radio control would provide more variability than a momentum car were it has a set limit wouldn't it. R/C allows instant throttle adjustment when it is needed. Close the throttle more to control the downhill speed. For you manual runners I know this is considered heresy. I actually use both met

RE: Nibbler - Metal cutting

It is a pretty clean edge, compared to the other style nibblers for electronic boxes. It cuts with a shearing action and not a punching action like other nibblers. It should really be called and an "offset shear" instead of a nibbler. It is held at a 45 degree angle to the work and it shears a s

Metal cutting

This is a different style nibbler that I bought and works really well. http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/Displayitem.taf?itemnumber=539 does not distort the pieces being cut. Steve > -Original Message- > From: Chris Wolcott [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > For thin brass I use snips or an a

RE: Steam Clubs

Check out their web page http://www.thecog.com/ All steam, Only Steam, all the time well not this time of year since it is really cold on the mountain. I think they use the same square wheels. Read the history page it is facinating. Steve > -Original Message- > From: Arthur S. Cohen [SM

RE: Steam Clubs

A Rack railway! With Live Steam? I went to the Mount Washington Railway two years ago and was thrilled with it. Rode it to the top with the family, had both little ones with their arm around my neck for a while until they got used to the shaking and swaying of the car. It was worth the price of

RE: GINJ

Thanks Tag, Any effort to reduce the cost to the US subscribers would be appreciated. My wife is pretty agreeable with my hobbies but over 100 USD for a magazine subsription could send the Family political situation into complete instability and unrest. That darn exchange rate is killing us modele

RE: GINJ

You guys talk about receiving every issue so it must be pretty good! What is the easiest way to sign up? Does anyone also know how to get a deal for Garden Rail the subscription is 65 Pounds and with a $1.80 exchange rate it is $117 USD. Great magazine I bought some at the Summer steamup, even bu

RE: Testing fuel tanks

The last time I priced them from cheddar they were over 100 USD might be more now with the value of the dollar. I am getting the feeling these days when I have aquired a sizable inventory of fabrication/building skills and knowledge that I can build many items that are otherwise unaffordable to th

RE: Butane/Propane Fuel tank Pressure?

Maybe, I do have a PMR boiler feed hand pump which I use for hydro testing so it might just get that high. Though I would hate to go to that high of a pressure and end up yielding the material when it would not be an absolute necessity. Steve > -Original Message- > From: Peter Foley [SMT

RE: Butane/Propane Fuel tank Pressure?

es pressure vs temeprature for a number of gases and mixtures. > > = > > > > Ciambrone, Steve @ OS wrote: > > I am considering building a fuel tank for my ruby and other engines > large > > enough that I do not have to stop during a run to refuel, I find it far > more &g

Butane/Propane Fuel tank Pressure?

I am considering building a fuel tank for my ruby and other engines large enough that I do not have to stop during a run to refuel, I find it far more difficult to keep the fuel from running out than the water. Anyway what is the Maximum working pressure for a 30% Propane and 70% butane fuel mixtu

Live Steam Magazine

I just received my Jan/Feb 04 issue of Live Steam magazine and it has a nice article on the Diamondhead Steamup 03. Author is David A. Young. Also in the same issue is a twin engine using the Midwest Mark IV Steam engine parts total cost $35 by Andy Sprague. It is nice to see Gauge One reporting

RE: Basic Project Engine

Don't know what you mean by a third kit? If you have the parts from Sulphur Springs and the Midwest Engine the rest can be purchased from your local hobby shop. I recommend the Midwest Heritage engine and not the Mark IV. Nicer engine and you do not have to solder the boiler. Fun project and nic

RE: Glass tubing strength

The strenght might not matter since getting a seal without breaking the glass might be the biggest problem. I bought a 3 foot length the last time and was glad since it took me 4 times to get it right. Had a hardware and an alignment issue it has been fine ever since. When it is said not to use

RE: Accucraft German website

ubject: Re: Accucraft German website > > Hey Steve, > > Read your post and was curious what "Mona" looked like. > Searched all over the site but can't locate "Mona". > Vic > - Original Message - > From: "Ciambrone, Steve @ OS&qu

RE: Accucraft German website

WOW, I got to have one of those Mona engines, very Pretty. Steve > -Original Message- > From: Jeffrey Williams [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Monday, November 10, 2003 6:41 PM > To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam > Subject: Accucraft German website > > Check out > > http://w

RE: 4-4-0 American "project"

Might want to look into a Squirrel Cage Fan instead of the shopvac, The Squirrel cage fans are really quite and move a pretty good volume of air. Most shop vacs are deafening. Steve > -Original Message- > From: Terry Griner [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Wednesday, November 05, 2003 8:1

RE: Bearings for a Roller Stand

Why not just buy the roller sets from Accucraft and several of the other companies that are selling them? They work and reasonably priced. Steve > -Original Message- > From: Don Plasterer [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Thursday, October 30, 2003 6:03 PM > To: Multiple recipients of ss

RE: Threading

No one will see the threads after it is screwed in. Steve > -Original Message- > From: Royce Woodbury [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Wednesday, October 29, 2003 8:57 AM > To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam > Subject: Re: Threading > > > >

RE: Threading

Harry you need to step back a bit and look at the typical home machinest who works in an office and may be an engineer or may have even less or no machining skills. I never even used a lathe before I bought one two years ago. The tool holder holds it as straight and square as much as I could eve

RE: Threading

A friend of mine who was closing his machine shop gave me a threading tool/die holder for a lathe. It has a shaft which goes in the tail stock and then has a Die holder which spins free on the shaft. It is held in alignment to the chuck ensuring a straight start. To cut threads the die is brough

RE: Threading

I would explore the Die cutting method a bit more Royce, for the size you are cutting. Cutting on the lathe cost you a whole lot more time. Cutting with a die is measured in Seconds on a lathe. How much is "sloppy" and what is the intended use of the threads your cutting? It the threads are a

Men, Metal and Machine Show Visalia CA

I attended the Men, Metal, and Machines show this last weekend in Visalia CA. It was a very interesting show, with steam, IC, Sterling engines and a few model boats on display and running. The show provided a temporary model pond for the boats. Their were a number of vendors present with machine

10-18 Steamup Thanks

Thanks Jim for your hospitality and for hosting the steamup last Saturday. You have a very nice setup and I really enjoyed it. Andrews engine was very impressive. Ran just great. Steve > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Monday, October 20, 200

RE: Re[2]: Fw: Question for the Live Steam Group

Brillant idea silicone tubing to hold the adapter on to the can. Their was some talk about the rear drive shaft and tight curves. I was able to shift the drive shaft forward on my open shay about an 1/8" for better engagement. It only requires loosing the pinion gears and collars and shifting th

RE: Re: Boilers, Burners etc.

Most users install a exhaust diverter in the snoke stack. It is nothing more than a larger tube with the end pinched off and holes drilled about 1/2 down from the top. It has also been called a chuff tube. Keeps the loco cleaner and stops the spitting. Steve > -Original Message- > From

RE: message

Yes, looked at the website love the Mallard engine and live steam also. Only need to come up with about 750 USD. Steve > -Original Message- > From: Daniel McGrath [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Thursday, October 02, 2003 3:44 PM > To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam > Subject:

RE: soft soldering

: Re: soft soldering > > > > Ciambrone, Steve @ OS wrote: > > Hi Steve. Thanks for responding. > > >Using as torch will warp the sheet metal. On .032 I would use a 85 Watt > >iron. > > > Hadn't thought of using an iron after learning to handl

RE: soft soldering

I have used soft solder actually 60/40 electronic type with an Iron for tanks. Using an iron (45-80 Watt) on thin sheet brass makes it an easy job. Using as torch will warp the sheet metal. On .032 I would use a 85 Watt iron. I have made fuel tanks with as thin as .010 sheet brass. .032 is a bi

Project Tram Completed

Finished up on my Tram engine last night, as I mentioned before it is based on the BARGS project design but uses the smallest Saito Marine boiler and engine. The same chain drive components were used and the chassis only widened out to 4 3/8". The original Saito burner tray was replaced with a th

RE: BPE boiler mods?

> I figured the run time would be shorter, I would also guess it builds > steam > quicker? > Yes it seems too. > What I wanted to test with the Thermocouple is the temps before and after > the Superheater to determine how well it worked and if a longer run of > superheater tube is neede

RE: BPE boiler mods?

The quills I initially made in the project boiler were 12ga copper wire 1/2" long spaced about 1/4" apart and more than 30 were used. The wire was placed with 1/4" in the boiler and 1/4" out. Staybrite solder was used. On a second boiler for my Midwest Steam Launch I used 8 guage wire with about

RE: BPE boiler mods?

I had tried a super heater with poor results also, The fire (Meths) would stay lit but performance was down. I just abandoned it at the time. I had thought at the time there was too much restriction in the flue also. I had just recently added the porcupine quills and it seemed to help. I am get

RE: Re; Boiler test

This is my view point: On the surface more pressure is better, but what I have found is that for scale like and smooth operation more is not always better. When operating at max pressure somtimes smooth starts and speed regulation can be erratic and jittery. You do not always have enough fine co

RE: IR thermometer range

earth one could keep track of the water > level > in a Ruby boiler so that running could be extended. Does temperature at > different locations of the back head offer a solution in some way? > > ----- Original Message - > From: "Ciambrone, Steve @ OS" <[EMAIL PR

RE: IR thermometer range

Mike, I do Environmental testing for aerospace for a living which includes temperature testing and really do not see the need for such an item. It would be a nice to know number even interesting but what real use would it be?IR measurement has its problems, if you want to buy something to mea

RE: Flux and Brass (was NOT Silversoldering Stainless Steel)

The K&S stuff is thin wall and has its place in modeling. An soldering iron (soft only) or a micro torch is all that is needed for soft and hard soldering. Propane torch will melt it quite easily. With soft solder a few seconds is all it takes to sweat a joint with a butane Micro Torch. Steve

RE: Silversoldering Stainless Steel

Has anyone tried the Bernzomatic Mapp/oxegen torch it retails for 50 USD with disposable cylinders. For the amount of silversolderng I do in a year even if I bought a couple of cylinders a year it would still be cost effective. I know the cost of the gas would be higher in the little cylinders bu

For Sale

Accucraft Ida and Excelsior for sale both have a servo installed on the throttle for R/C use. Both have radiant heaters installed and in excellent condition. Excelsior 650 USD Blue Ida 400 USD Shipping extra, I will be in Sacramento next week. Contact Steve Ciambrone [EMAIL PROTECTED] 818-833-

RE: Paying for my hobby

Define a "Mug's Game" for us "Yanks". My input "The best way to ruin a hobby for yourself is to turn it into a bussiness, been there and done it." Do it for a while if you enjoy it, when it stops being fun give it up. Only invest what you can do without and don't go into debt. Customers are wh

RE: Water Proof White Glue

I use Pacer ZAP-A-DAP-A-GOO Silly name but it does work very well, I describe it as a solvent based thick bodied sealant. I use it in my model boats and seems to stick to everthing. Available in most hobby shops. Not as nasty as Silicone sealant. Dries semi flexible. Applies best with a syri

RE: Aster Climax - How to light fire?

Sounds like a clogged or dirty jet. Blow it out with air pressure if you can. Seal the threads at the jet with teflon pipe dope. Finally starting to like gas firing a bit more than before. Steve > -Original Message- > From: Mike Eorgoff [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Sunday, June 29,

RE: CA glue

I was conserned that the "No" could be interpreted as "NO!" which it certainly was not. It was intended as a completly informative "No" with no empaphsis or strenght in its use. I have just used CA quite often though I did cringe a bit with the story of glueing the finger back together. The oth

RE: Loctite and Model Steam Engine Construction

I have used knurling and JB weld on a press fit with good results. Steve > -Original Message- > From: Harry Wade [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Wednesday, April 02, 2003 4:15 AM > To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam > Subject: Re: Loctite and Model Steam Engine Construction >

RE: CA glue

hat was any good > >> for anything other than temporary fitting. I use it all the time like > >> locktite, but prefer the real stuff, and have never had an issue > undoing > >> something. > >> > >> I really would like a CA that works as advertised as I h

RE: CA glue

cktite, but prefer the real stuff, and have never had an issue undoing > something. > > I really would like a CA that works as advertised as I have not been > able to find one to date. > > Chris C. > > > -Original Message- > > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] >

RE: CA glue

Only if you want it very permanent or you can soak the part in acetone to break it free. It won't break free with a wrench I actually put a spiral twist on an allen wrench trying to remove a set screw that another person had used CA on without my knowlege. Steve > -Original Message- > Fr

RE: Materials compatibility

I will have to try that trick next time. Steve > -Original Message- > From: Keith Taylor [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Thursday, March 27, 2003 4:12 PM > To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam > Subject: Re: Materials compatibility > > > > > > I If the surface > > area is to

RE: Materials compatibility

I use CA all the time for machining small parts, I use the same stuff as the airplane guys. Works better than the drugstore Crazy Glue. CA has very little sheer strength so a light wack with a hammer will break it loose and soaking it overnight in acetone will remove all the glue. If the surfac

RE: OT: b&o museum latest pictures

The roundhouse itself is an original artifact of the B & O railroad. It was built prior to that information being available. This is quite a unique structure with the turntable in the middle of the roundhouse under the cover of the roof. Their are or were probably others but it is the only one

RE: Things to do in San Diego

Lots to do in San Diego, MRR museum is quite large and worth the visit. San Diego has always had a good selection of hobby shops. It has been several years since I have been their to be much help in this area. In Garden Railways, they mentioned the SDGRS has just put in a garden railway Maritime m

RE: Live Steam in Italy

t/amff/ > > Send an E-mail to Dr. Guido Mattoli - He took very good care of me when I > was over there (he speaks excellent english) and can probably give you an > update on their progress with the new site. > > Ciao, > > Scott > > "Ciambrone, Steve @ OS" &l

Live Steam in Italy

I am going to Italy next week on bussiness and would like to know of any Live steam points of interest in the Florence area. My other interests are Live steam model boating, well anything to do with model boating in general, Model Planes and trains also. I will probably be there for 2-3 weeks. Th

RE: Existing steam whistle

Blue Ridge is selling the PMR whistle, I have one and used it on thier vertical boiler, nice sound and toots on really low pressure. Loud on 25 Lbs pressure. The valve does not leak. Will need to be hidden between the frame or under a side tank. I have the smallest Coles whistle and not very h

RE: Accucraft info

510-483-6900 Steve > -Original Message- > From: FBM Studios [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Sent: Thursday, January 16, 2003 2:43 PM > To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam > Subject: Accucraft info > > Hi Everyone > Does anyone have the phone number for accucraft in the US. > Thanks

RE: R/C question

Same as a gas burner, they just don't have that blasted howling. Steve Ciambrone > -Original Message- > From: Gary [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Sent: Tuesday, November 26, 2002 10:55 AM > To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam > Subject: R/C question > > Gary - chilling in Eugene, O

RE: instant Aster collection

Ebay still shows it active. Steve Ciambrone > -Original Message- > From: Chuck Walters [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Sent: Friday, November 15, 2002 3:18 AM > To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam > Subject: RE: instant Aster collection > > The Big Boy sold fast. $15,999 on a 'Buy

RE: Accucraft vs Roundhouse

My Roundhouse Colonial sees far more running than my Ida and Exclesior for these same reasons, It will run for 30 minutes with only an occasional stop for some more meths. I do a lot of cussing when I run the gas burners, once the wicks are initially adjusted on a meths burner they have a very co

RE: boiler insulation

Weetabix packet? USA translation Please. Sincerely Steve Ciambrone Sr. Test Engineer L-3 Ocean Systems

RE: Fall Meet at LALS

I am interested, I have not participated in a steam up yet. Saturday would work for me, Sunday is tough, the wife likes me home on that day. I may be able to help setup on Friday if that is your plan. Sincerely Steve Ciambrone Sr. Test Engineer L-3 Ocean Systems -Original Message--

RE: Cleaning solutions

problems?. Tony D. At 04:49 PM 9/10/02 -0700, Ciambrone, Steve @ OS wrote: >I just use Windex window cleaner on the painted and wood parts to get the >oil off. Just wipe the metal parts off with a rag. > >Sincerely >

RE: Cleaning solutions

I just use Windex window cleaner on the painted and wood parts to get the oil off. Just wipe the metal parts off with a rag. Sincerely Steve Ciambrone Sr. Test Engineer L-3 Ocean Systems

RE: Methanol

Found a source in Van Nuys, CA LT Sawyer Co. 5 gallon minimum buy @ $3.05/gal. Just ten minutes from my work. The racing guy came through. 5 gallons is about a year supply for me. If anyone locally wants a gallon or two let me know and I can get more. Sincerely Steve Ciambrone Sr. Test Eng

RE: Methanol supply source

I went the school/chemical supply house route the first time and paid $29 a gallon for it. I am working with a model airplane buddy who is also into motorcycle racing for a source for methanol. If that does not pan out, I am going to a Model Airplane fuel supplier and try that route. Sincerely

Methanol

In the LA area, does anyone have a source for methanol. Sincerely Steve Ciambrone Sr. Test Engineer L-3 Ocean Systems

Cheddar railways

> . They also did say, they were going to > start selling the Cheddar Samson very soon. > Took a look at the Cheddar website, it has been revised since my last visit. They are now listing 4 locos in their line. The tram engine caught my eye, do any of the list members have any experian

RE: Cole's Power Models

ou located ? > > royce in SB > > "Ciambrone, Steve @ OS" wrote: > > > That is great news for me, now they will be about 15 min. from me. Will > be > > an easy lunchhour run for me. > > > > Steve > > > > > -Original Message--

RE: Cole's Power Models

That is great news for me, now they will be about 15 min. from me. Will be an easy lunchhour run for me. Steve > -Original Message- > From: Royce Woodbury [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Sent: Monday, May 13, 2002 7:04 AM > To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam > Subject: Cole's Pow

RE: of boilers and things

Mating Plumbing fittings! Steve > -Original Message- > From: Royce Woodbury [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Sent: Monday, April 15, 2002 2:02 PM > To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam > Subject: Re: of boilers and things > > So Harry, I can understand why a so-called 1 1/2" tubing w

Marine Steam

Anyone going to the Scale Ship Model Conference this weekend at the Queen Mary? Their was some Marine Steam there during the last one. Steve Ciambrone CONFIDENTIALITY NOTE:This electronic transmission, including all attachments, is directed in confidence solely to the person(s) to whom it is ad

RE: PM Research boiler

I would agree with that since during an outside running session on dry fuel, with just the ocillating engine running unloaded from the boiler the pressure would not go past 25psi. I am thinking about making a meths burner for mine or switching it to a gas burner which I can buy at Coles. I tend

RE: PM Research boiler

I have built the Vertical boiler, their occilating engine, and force pump. All satisfying projects. The boiler was a fun project and a good first time boiler. The boiler comes with soft solder plumbing type silver solder, which is OK since the endplates are rivited and the fire tubes are swaged.

Ruby Burner

I made a radiant heater modification to my Ruby burner last weekend. I was able to scrounge some 50x50 SS mesh and experimented on the Ruby burner. I first attached the mesh with some .010 SS wire but this would not fit when trying to put the burner back in the boiler, so I stripped out a few st

RE: [SSSM] hi there

gt; J.R. > > - Original Message - > From: Ciambrone, Steve @ OS <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: Multiple recipients of sslivesteam <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Sent: Friday, February 01, 2002 1:23 PM > Subject: RE: [SSSM] hi there > > > > If you can find out how many

RE: [SSSM] hi there

If you can find out how many watts of power it takes to generate enough steam to power a Loco then you can figure out what voltage you will need. You would want to keep the current draw down so as to minimize the amount of arcing on the wheels and track just the same as regular electric trains. So

RE: New Bio

Sorry, Vance but you have been misinformed. I previously read the report and reviewed it again. Five people were killed. The crown sheet was as thin as 1/16" and it was estimated it should have been 5/16". A post accident test of the modern safety valve showed it did not open at all. Seals were

RE: Copper tube boiler pressure design limit

It's the MK48 Torpedo. Not really steam, no water involved. The engine is an external combustion type, but uses the gas from the ignition of the fuel to provide the pressure. How do I know this, spent way too much time in the ocean submerged. Plenty of steam back aft spinning the turbines. St

RE: Guinness Brewery 0-4-0

Sounds like the Denver project Loco. Check out the Side Street Banner Works Website loco of the month page. http://www.sidestreetbannerworks.com/ Steve Ciambrone > -Original Message- > From: Shyvers, Steve [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Sent: Tuesday, January 15, 2002 7:44 AM > To: Multi

Wilesco Lucas Engine

Anyone have any experience with the Wilesco Lucas Engine kit? Sincerely Steve Ciambrone Sr. Test Engineer L-3 Ocean Systems

RE: New Year's Resolutions and Live Steam

I am using sterno in the Elliott Bay Steam Launch since I have not found enough room for a fuel tank. I have loaded a couple of large syringes with sterno prior to an outing and at ten minutes I pull the boat in and pump the syringe into the fire box to extend the run time. The sterno will flow

RE: Building a live steam track

For my railway I used 12"x 12" concrete piers for the base of the 4x4s to keep them off of the ground. They are sold at Home Depot for about $4 each. Just dig a hole and place them in , back fill, and you are ready to start framing. I used 4x4 posts and 2x4s to each post. 1x 6 for the decking.

RE: charcoal

Just send your wife to the store, this will save you time. Sincerely Steve Ciambrone Sr. Test Engineer L-3 Ocean Systems

RE: What's the deal with JB Weld?

High quality adhesive epoxy. I was surprised when, I read the specifications and stated a 600*F high temperature. I was a bit skeptical about the stuff until I used it and noticed it looks the same as the expensive stuff we use at work. Sincerely Steve Ciambrone Sr. Test Engineer L-3 Ocean Sys

RE: Which fastener series for new design?

I had an interesting project that used both scales of measurement on the same drawing sheet. MM for some dimensions and inches for others. It was of UK origin. Actually measurement by decimal inches is just as easy as the metric system. But a good chart with fractional, decimal, number, and mil

RE: C-16 excessive steam oil usage

Cox was bought a few years ago by another company, but is still in business and still producing their engines and various other products. OS engines now fits remote needle valves to its engine line so modelers can keep their fingers out of the propellers. Go figure after 50+ years in a hobby som

PMR engine

I had bought a PMR oscillating engine castings kit from a guy on Ebay. This was before I found their website www.pmresearchinc.com . This is a double acting stationary engine but as always could be used for SS Live steam for the inventive. The point of the post is

RE: Dee & Project books

Thanks for your effort Jim. Got mine yesterday in Los Angeles. As another post put it, "WOW". What a resource! The drawings are top notch and a real wealth of knowledge to a beginner. Sincerely Steve Ciambrone Sr. Test Engineer L-3 Ocean Systems -Original Message-

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