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by JohnR
Thu Sep 28, 2023 11:40 am
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Making Boxcar Ends
Replies: 30
Views: 11487

Re: Making Boxcar Ends

Just out of curiosity, where can I go to get drawings for box car ends. I am considering
cutting a mold.
by JohnR
Wed Sep 27, 2023 11:38 am
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Making Boxcar Ends
Replies: 30
Views: 11487

Re: Making Boxcar Ends

I would to suggest an alternative to the stamping process. How about looking at plastic car ends.
There are a lot of materials out there that can readily processed that can take more of a beating
than out of aluminum.
Actual detail could easy achieved.
by JohnR
Mon Jun 05, 2023 10:40 am
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Boiler arch for a marine style boiler using propane
Replies: 1
Views: 535

Boiler arch for a marine style boiler using propane

Currently firing my engine with propane and at times I can smell incomplete burned propane. I am using a burner from a deep fryer kit which is directed straight into the fire box. I realize that the flame is being directed primarily into the fire tubes with very minimal being deflected to the fire b...
by JohnR
Wed May 31, 2023 3:13 pm
Forum: Build Log
Topic: "Catherine", a USA "Sweet Pea" engine build
Replies: 270
Views: 272288

Re: "Catherine", a USA "Sweet Pea" engine build

When you get it running come to Northern Ohio.
EMLS. We have 2 Sweet Williams running there. Currenltly
working on a third and fourth.
by JohnR
Mon May 22, 2023 10:37 am
Forum: Riding Scale Railroading
Topic: Gasoline electric drive circuit
Replies: 5
Views: 2433

Re: Gasoline electric drive circuit

Thank you
by JohnR
Sat May 20, 2023 12:11 pm
Forum: Riding Scale Railroading
Topic: Gasoline electric drive circuit
Replies: 5
Views: 2433

Gasoline electric drive circuit

Several years ago I found a control circuit for a locomotive drive using a gasoline motor to drive an automotive alternator which in turn powered dc motors to the wheels. This was linked to an Australian site I think called SMEX which I can not find. The individual that developed this was using this...
by JohnR
Tue May 16, 2023 4:56 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Oil in My Boiler
Replies: 6
Views: 1405

Re: Oil in My Boiler

Thank you
by JohnR
Tue May 16, 2023 11:27 am
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Oil in My Boiler
Replies: 6
Views: 1405

Oil in My Boiler

My little helper was working with me on my engine. She decided to help me
by lubricating the inside of the boiler through one of the safety valve ports.
What is a good way to clean the inside of the boiler?
Any solution to put inside or can somebody direct me to a procedure.
Thank you
by JohnR
Fri May 12, 2023 2:59 pm
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Van Brocklin Automatic cylinder drain location
Replies: 2
Views: 912

Van Brocklin Automatic cylinder drain location

Would like to use Van Brocklin automatic cylinder drains, I have read where they are not recommended for engines with inclined cylinders. I assume that is based on the placement of the drains parallel with the cylinders. What if the valves were installed such that the centerline of the valve would b...
by JohnR
Thu May 04, 2023 10:00 am
Forum: Live Steam
Topic: Haworth valve setting and Johnson Bar
Replies: 7
Views: 2369

Haworth valve setting and Johnson Bar

I have set my valve timing have got the engine running on air on my stand. Both forward and reverse are good. I need to set the Johnson bar in neutral position and establish the position of the slide block with regards to neutral. I assume at neutral the valve linkage is in the exact middle of the s...
by JohnR
Wed Aug 31, 2022 11:21 am
Forum: Casting & Foundry Work
Topic: Induction furnace ratings
Replies: 7
Views: 5906

Re: Induction furnace ratings

Harold
Any chance I could get a copy of the schematic for your unit.
I am investigating going your way with a diesel generator and a used motor generator similar
to your system (german made) but also is water cooled.
I have 480 v 3 phase available but would prefer to keep separate.
Thank you
John
by JohnR
Wed Aug 24, 2022 8:32 am
Forum: Casting & Foundry Work
Topic: Induction furnace ratings
Replies: 7
Views: 5906

Re: Induction furnace ratings

Thank you for all your responses and information .
I know I will have a few questions in the near future.

JohnR