Powerhouse

[MikeG]

Hi all

Just finished my first IC engine. It's a single cylinder ( 1 inch bore).

[Doug_C]

Wow Mike,

That is some high class finish work. It makes the whole project look great. When I see work of this quality, I can't help but think....Only from the hands of a master at his craft.

Machininig it is the easy part for me. Finishing is where I have the most troubles. Finding the time to do it fits in there somewhere! [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/blush.gif"%20alt="[/img]

Did you make that generator too?

Thanks for posting it. The pic would make a great cover shot for some of the periodicals.

DC

[cprucha]

Hi Mike,

Great job on the engine. What a nice piece of craftsmanship. Did you have a casting kit or is the model made from all machined up stock? See ya, Craig...

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[JimH]

Nice looking engine! Is that a powder coat finish or a good enamel?
Jim

[MikeG]

Thanks for the comments. The finish on the plate is a hammered finish out of a spray can (rustoliem). IThe generator is a dc motor, I made the mounting and holder. All parts were made, no kit, even made the valve springs, cast iron rings etc. It was fun and a learning experience. The genetrator (30vdc) doesn't have enough umphf @ 6v to turn over the engine (to much compression). I use it to run the cooling fan after the engine is running.

Again thanks for your comments

MikeG [img]/ubb/images/graemlins/laugh.gif"%20alt="[/img]

[JimH]

Mike,
I meant the cream color of the frame. Is that an spray paint also? What brand?
Jim

[MikeG]

Jim
it is rustoleum gloss protective enamel ( in a spray can ) I looked and it does not have a color number or name. Look at the spray can lid for the color.

regards

MikeG

[Orrin]

Jerry Howell would be pround of you! Will you be sending the pic for posting on his site?

Keep up the good work. You're an inspiration to the rest of us.

Orrin