Recent content by sftyvlv

That's an awesome project and my hats off to you. That general design reminds me of the engine Case traction engines and portables had, especially the valve gear. Great Job Sftyvlv

Merry Christmas: Thanks for all the valuable replies. After thinking about it a bit, I've decided on the tiny power "Little Kathy". I see Groomengineering is working on this project and I'll be watching his progress and learning. It's difficult to get out to the garage after work and fathering 3...

Vernon: Me too. My g/grandfather was a locomotive hostler, my dad model railroads (not live steam) and when I was introduced to steam locomotives as a kid I just went nuts, got into drag racing but that came and went. As long as its powered by a boiler I'm all over it. I get a steam fix everyday...

Merry Christmas, Happy New Year: You folks are awesome! If I had the time I'd try and bleed all the info I could of your knowledge and experience. Has anybody ever built a tiny power 103 or 104 engine and on a scale of skill, what level should I have to take on this project? I've read you can...

Hello, and Merry Christmas: This sight is absolutely fascinating. Can't be thankful enough for the experience and shared knowledge going on here. Having said that, anybody make chips in the cold? If so how was the experience? I have a heated garage (wood stove) and it takes awhile to warm up...