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I was just wondering if anyone has heard of building a newcomen steam engine using PVC or ABS plastic pipe and fittings for the cylinder and other components. Using 6 or 8 inch pipe components, significant small engine power might even be achieved. It also has the advantage of very low...

Well A.-- It looks like a lot of fun B.-- I am a mechanical engineer C.-- I am an hobby machinist. -- a.-- Lagun FTV2 10x50 knee mill -- b.-- Harbor Freight 12x36 lathe (seems to be better than many are reputed to have been made) -- c.-- Horizontal Band Saw -- d.-- bench grinder -- e.-- tool...