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I know I was asked to put this in the welcome section, but I never do what I am told! ;) I have the schematic, blue prints or whatever you want to call them for the 1903 (i think) Stanley Steamer. I have read up on how the engine works and it's pretty basic, compared to today's autos. My...

Sorry but what is a Lathe for?

I have a plan in my head. (scary I know) How do I make what I need? I don't think I will find what I am looking for on line, I'm not even sure there is one still in existence. (Ultimately I want a model 735 Stanley) Can I make these parts on my own? What is the best way to proceed? As a side...

Okay, so I know the engine goes by combustion, how does that energy transfer all the way to the wheels? Gears? Electricity? Gum?

Yes those site definitely help! I have one question left for now. ;D What kind of engines are in lawn mowers? Thank you so much for all of your help and information! Okay I lied. One more question, with a steam locomotive engine, how does the locomotive pick up speed if the valve slide is...

Yes, Eventually I would like to build an engine, but I want to build a new type of engine. I have the idea in my head, but no knowledge to go with it! Thats why I was looking at the steam engines, they seem to have part of the technology I am looking for. I'm just not sure what other types of...

I must be crazy! I know absolutely nothing about engines, although I have recently become very interested in them! I am looking for a very simple engine design, I'm not sure if I care if it is steam, gas or other... I have been looking at car engines, and I think I understand how the engine...