Hi Trent, All.
I am still here, but busy and also having had computer problems
(semi-sorted by getting a second machine). This hasn't helped as I do most
of my drawings with a CAD program on my computer.
My projects are progressing, although slowly. I keep finding that I just
need "another widget" before I can do some simple machining activity or
other (*sigh*). As I am new to machining I am still scrambling up the
precipitous learning curve (cliff?). Also in this hot weather my attic
workshop (no windows) has been too hot to stay in for more than a few
minutes.
One of the things I have been working on is a new boiler design that could
be very applicable to our small steamers with hopefully more efficient heat
transfer for evaporation. It's still at the "back of envelope" stage, but I
am hoping to be building a prototype soon (just need to buy some
appropriate diameter copper tubes - and a brazing torch!).
As to fires, etc. I know that a steam fed hose was used by firemen to wash
down the coal dirt in the cab - a somewhat hazardous task I would have
thought for both the fireman and the driver.
Best wishes,
Susan.
Date: Thu, 05 Jul 2001 19:28:54 -0500
From: Trent Dowler <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
Subject: Re: O.T. - Barrels and platforms on trestles, and covered bridges
Hello Everyone,
Thanks for all the information.
Those were just a few things that I had wondered about for some now and
decided that if the people on this list didn't know, nobody would.
What a great source of information you guys and gals are!
Later,
Trent
P.S. - Speaking of gals, has anyone heard from Susan Parker recently? I'd
be
interested in hearing how she is fairing with her project(s).
