Hi xpylonracer,
Yes had checked the contra-piston. It was actually pretty well stuck in liner, took quite alot of force to remove it. While it was out was a good opportunity to see what is going on. No question piston is getting stuck in liner as in nears TDC. With head off and contra out it...
Thanks for reply.
I have read some of the small diesels were made new with a tapered bore.
I also understand that back in the day when these were made the piston and liner would have been a matched pair.
Hi all, I am after a bit of advice, I am pretty sure I know what the issue is but wanted to ask in any case.
I bought a Davies Charlton Sabre diesel on Ebay that was said to be in excellent condition, turned out to be "not as described".
The engine is free to turn but the piston gets stuck in...
Have not had a chance to sort out teething issue. Here is a short poor quality vid to show it does run. Will post something better asap.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uw88O9nTxXI&feature=youtu.be
Dave
Thanks guys, much appreciated.
Wheelbase 60mm
Height 70mm
Width 55mm
Overall length with scuttle 99mm
I have steamed it up and given it a short run. Will get a vid done as soon as i sort out a small issue with burner. Either the wicks are to tight or feed pipe is to small, i think it...
Thanks all.
No build log, sorry. I had planned to take some pictures of all the parts before assembly but forgot all about it until it was to late.
Will try and get a better shot inside door, please understand the door is tiny.
Scuttle holds meth for wick burner.
Dave
Over due for a clean.
Verticle loosely based on Tubal Cains Polly and using some parts from a wrecked Mamod TE1a.
Little engine from internet plans.
6 inch RC pop pop.
All run very good.
Cheers