The Home Machinist!

Nothing like a project with the kids. Mine are still young, but I always take the time to explain what’s going on when they have questions, and allowing/encouraging them to help when appropriate. It is just what a good dad does. I still remember my dad “letting me” crank in the lags on our new docks...

Thanks guys. On the prototype drawings for my mikado, the two pins are actually side-by-side, so the separation is at a minimum. Putting the pins too far apart would be a mistake, in my opinion. Their main purpose is keep the loco from hunting left and right on straight track, and to guide it into b...

just a quick search on google, and i found this, 750-2-Uncoated-HTC.png http://www.the-carbide-end-mill-store.com/m5/750-2508--1-2-extra-long-reach-corner-radius-end-mill-htc-750-2508.html now i did not search for a cutter specifically for silicon bronze, but it may just do the trick Yup. ^ What he...

Hey All, I am newly joined, though I have done a bit of reading here up until now. I am in the process of designing and putting together a 7.25 gauge steam "outline" locomotive. This site in particular has been a goldmine of information, thank you for that! It was here that I finally, I th...