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So Quin Dunki is starting an engine build series on her Blondihacks YouTube channel. She is building a PM Research no 4. Big engine on small equipment. She started with a line boring setup for the engine stand on her Precision Matthews lathe, which I believe is a 10x22. I learned a lot...

Ii have two questions I am hoping someone can answer. 1. What is the US equivalent to 'Gunmetal'? What alloy designation? 2. What bronze alloy is appropriate to use for boiler bushings? A lot of the model engineer Youtubers just call it gunmetal or bronze and never tell you what the alloy...

I am sure that this question gets asked repeatedly, but I am asking again. I am about to embark on my first small steam engine build from a set of castings i got on ebay. The 'Little Oscillator' found here: Steam Engine Price List | Precision Service I know that plans usually list out the...

I haven't been very active on the forums nor am I very experienced in model making. But I am getting started and trying to make more time for my 'hobbies'. To that end I am asking if there are any others who may be located in Texas, specifically around Dallas? I would be interested in...

Hello, long time lurker here. Been wanting to ask this question for a while. I was hoping to get some recommendations on materials to have on hand for building basic model engines. i dont have anything specific in mind to build right now but have been watching youtube videos on some of the...