Re: die size for 1/16 rod

2004-08-21 Thread Richard S Griffith
Matthias, the Machinist book has tables. Tap and die 1-64 or 1-72 is a much closer fit. A 2-56 is easier to find, but it might be a little loose. If losseness works for your need, try 2-56. Hobby stores and mail order are 2 places I use to get these. Numbered pilot drill bits give you a

Re: G1 Loco Drawings

2003-07-26 Thread Richard S Griffith
Harry, thanks for your input! I tried the web site but got no hit. I respelled modeling but still no hit. Is the site not ready yet, or is there still an error in the address? Dick Griffith On Sat, 26 Jul 2003 07:53:43 -0500 Harry Wade [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: At 09:37 PM 7/25/03

Re: Materials compatibility

2003-03-27 Thread Richard S Griffith
Graham is correct about cast iron, it bears very well with itself and to every other metal, including aluminum. Also in this category are nichel iron and drill rod (tool steel). In a steam chest that has lubrication, cast iron should not have any rust problems. Brass on brass and brass on

Re: Frustration with order faxed to Brandbright

2002-12-01 Thread Richard S Griffith
Lieber Vance, wenn Sie schrieben auf Deutsch, ist es wichtig, klar zu sein. Was bedeutet Kuppelösen? Ich habe gern fuer die Deutsche Sprache, Geschichte und Kultur. Auch fuer Nederlander. Wo stammen Sie aus, wenn ich fragen darf? Meine Ehefrau und ich wohnen in New Britain, CT. Sie ist hier

Re: Hospital time!

2002-04-25 Thread Richard S Griffith
Very best wishes and a speedy recovery! Dick Griffith in New Britain, CT On Thu, 25 Apr 2002 15:24:27 -0400 Keith Taylor [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I will be going into the hospital for some surgery on Friday morning. For those who might need my assisitance as IBLS secretary, my wife,

Re: Thin refractory material

2002-04-12 Thread Richard S Griffith
Royce, I read somewhere that regular toothpaste might protect the area. Another suggestion is to put a heat sink in the area to be protected. Dick G New Britain, CT On Fri, 12 Apr 2002 15:35:55 -0700 Royce Woodbury [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi listers. I need some thin

Re: List Down?

2002-04-10 Thread Richard S Griffith
Ok in CT too. This past winter (sic) was our warmest and dryest on record. The PVLS club in Southwick MA has several meets planned this season. If anyone plans to be in New England this year, let me know and I'll send the schedule. They run engines in 1.5, 1 and .75 scale. Dick

Re: Mogul or Ten Wheeler Frame plans

2002-02-25 Thread Richard S Griffith
. Louis, MO 63126 had offered several books and plans, such as Kozo's work. They had offered free Baldwin plans with any order. You might see if they have anything, or if they are still around. On Mon, 25 Feb 2002 06:53:40 -0800 Royce Woodbury [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Richard S Griffith

Re: Mogul or Ten Wheeler Frame plans

2002-02-24 Thread Richard S Griffith
CWolcott, you could try to get the series of complete 10 wheeler plans that Modeltec Magazine ran during the 1980's. It was for 1.5 scale, very detailed, and if I remember correctly, it was based on an existing engine reposing in Colorado. You could also try The California State RR Museum in

Re: Practical reading for the novice

2002-02-21 Thread Richard S Griffith
So you want to build a live steam locomotive is very good for large scale engines. Written by Joseph Foster Nelson, 1974, Wildwood Publications, Box 286, Cadilac, Michigan 49601. Magnificent work by him and others. Beautifully written, clear, excellent illustrations and drawings of many

Re: Cleaning coal burner pipes

2002-02-20 Thread Richard S Griffith
Good evening Bob and everyone else. I had to write to ask how to get in touch with Small Parts, Inc. I had traded with them about 20 years ago but cannot find my old catalog. Perhaps there's a website. My name is Dick Griffith, of Connecticut. Machining results include a small launch

Re: list problems?

2002-01-31 Thread Richard S Griffith
Lieber Paul, Ich benutze juno.com, keine Probleme sondern etwas langsam, aber es ist frei! Mit Breitspurigen Gruessen! Dick Griffith aus den USA On Thu, 31 Jan 2002 18:13:54 +0100 [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Paul Golisch) writes: Hm get a free email adress and use an an other emailprog.