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Although made from a kit, this one could easily be reproduced with only a lathe. It doesn't really do much, but is kind of cute to watch. It starts and runs easily on a hot cup of coffee.

Mike, Heres a little something for everybody http://www.smokstak.com/forum/index.php Ralph

Marv, You never cease to amaze. Each and every one as simple as the lowly paper clip, but oh so helpful. Thanks for sharing your ideas and making me think. Hope I get to meet you at El Camino soon.

Imagineering at its best !!! Looks and sounds great Roy. Thanks for sharing

Hi Jones, After disassembly it only took about an hour to do the whole engine. Funny thing is, it seems to run better now that its all dressed up. Or at least its easier to watch. Thanks for the compliment.

Well I couldn't bring myself to start a new project today so I tinkered with an old one, and just added a little bling. [/img]

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Hi Peteski. Welcome to the group. Heres one I just fininshed today. Mostly plexi-glass. The print is in the plans section, thankfully provided by Tin I believe. MG]

Welcome George. I too am senior and just beginning my journey into small engines with no previous machining experience. Its been a great learning experience for me, and I'm sure you'll have a great time here. If you have any questions, dont be afraid to ask. There is one great group of very...

Very nice job Andy. That sure is a cutey !!!!!!!!!!!!

Oh about your air-compressor problem. I can feel your pain. I managed to throw the connecting rod through the side of mine. Another project :)

Thanks Kenny,Rick, and Steve. I'm not ready to admit defeat just yet. I keep tweaking and adjusting and most importantly reading everybody elses ideas on what makes these things tick. I too shortened my pistons and experienced some slop at the end of travel. I think I'll try that brass button...

Heres a link with a lot of good info. Its 32 megs. so it might take a while to download. But well worth the wait http://www.manufacturingcenter.com/online_book/chap_2.pdf

Well, after doing battle with the elbow engine for a couple weeks I thought I'd give it, and me a break. Maybe a different perspective will help at a later time. Anyway, so I didn't get bored I threw this little thing together. <embed width="448" height="361"...

Bring them on John. Those engines are beautiful, and they deserve to be seen, and I for one really enjoy the craftsmanship.