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by Allen_from_CHT
Tue Jun 01, 2004 2:48 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: 1-7/8" or 2" OD copper pipe
Replies: 2
Views: 2248

Re: 1-7/8" or 2" OD copper pipe

Thanks, but no. It has to slip inside an existing dummy boiler shell
by Allen_from_CHT
Mon May 31, 2004 11:52 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: 1-7/8" or 2" OD copper pipe
Replies: 2
Views: 2248

1-7/8" or 2" OD copper pipe

Anybody have a piece about 8-1/2" long in their scrap box that I could mooch/buy?
by Allen_from_CHT
Mon May 31, 2004 11:48 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Build a steam engine with no machining experience?
Replies: 31
Views: 9887

Re: Build a steam engine with no machining experie

Due to high overseas shipping costs Maxitrak recommends only 2 sub-assemblies to US customers the first would be the complete rolling chassis w/cylinders rods, etc, the second would be boiler, pipework & sheetmetal (cab, etc). This breaks the payments into 4 as well. A 4 sub-assembly breakdown (...
by Allen_from_CHT
Thu May 27, 2004 1:05 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Insurance Question
Replies: 25
Views: 6586

Re: Insurance Question

I show a full size traction engine. Membership in the EDGETA (Early Day Gas Engine and Tractor Assn.) includes liability insurance. It isn't a huge policy, but it is good for all the shows I go to as long as they are notified in advance. About half the dues are for coverage. It comes at a much lower...
by Allen_from_CHT
Wed May 26, 2004 12:42 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Massproduction of steamengines
Replies: 42
Views: 19148

Re: Massproduction of steamengines

As most of you know, I sell the Maxitrak line from England, Their locos come in several styles, but share many similar components, just as suggested, they even come in choice of gauge (4-3/4 to 7-1/2). Maxitrak is also willing to build several variations of their "lil Jo" plantation loco (...
by Allen_from_CHT
Wed Jul 23, 2003 4:54 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Fuesable Plugs More info please
Replies: 54
Views: 12210

Re: Fuesable Plugs More info please

Traditionally the filler was "pure" tin. I think they now add other shtuff to get more precise temperatures, and resist reaction with the water. I have talked to a few people who have made their own for models with a drilled bronze plug and soft solder under the theory that it was better t...
by Allen_from_CHT
Thu Jul 03, 2003 9:00 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Vacation
Replies: 6
Views: 2944

One at a time

I know a fellow who has 5 full sized traction engines -- 2 Hubers, an Aultman-Taylor, a 20th Century, and an Avery - All kept in good repair. OTOH he doesn't have many other bills (They have a non-electric home, by choice) Whn they show multiple engines he runs one, his wife runs one, and they allow...
by Allen_from_CHT
Thu Jul 03, 2003 6:54 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Miniature steam engines
Replies: 35
Views: 11732

Re: You sure that's a 273 and not a 318; I ...

Yep, in '66 the 318 was still the old Poly block boat anchor. The 273 LA was available, but not particularly popular in the bigger cars up to about 68 (not much difference between it and a 6 cyl except cost.) The Dart/Baracuda 273 4 barrle was a very different beast than gramma's 273 2 barrel - bigg...
by Allen_from_CHT
Wed Jul 02, 2003 12:58 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Miniature steam engines
Replies: 35
Views: 11732

Re: Miniature steam engines

They were also used in some vintage reciprocating water motors - mostly in washing machines
by Allen_from_CHT
Wed Jul 02, 2003 11:23 am
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: One word - Insurance
Replies: 10
Views: 4314

Re: One word - Insurance

If a rider on your homeowner's insurance policy is a nonstarter, then your "best bet" for basic liability coverage (not a whole lot, but better than nothing) in the current climate is probably to join the EDGE&TA (Early Day Gas Engine & Tractor Assn). As long as you provide them wi...
by Allen_from_CHT
Wed Jul 02, 2003 2:23 am
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: on tests and grandfathers
Replies: 4
Views: 3069

Re: on tests and grandfathers

Excerpt: ......the State of Ohio has passed legislation requiring all steam boilers to be state inspected and the operators to hold an Ohio Historical Boiler Operators License. The legislation applies to all boilers with a diameter in excess of 16 inches and those that are operated at a public event...
by Allen_from_CHT
Tue Jul 01, 2003 10:37 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Miniature steam engines
Replies: 35
Views: 11732

Re: Miniature steam engines

These things are rather 'spensive to move, and all that bouncing on long road trips isn't particularly good for them. I do get a few requests for it to make more public appearances, but the promoters usually balk at the idea of paying for the haulage. It resides at the Portersville. Pa. ( www.catfis...