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CFLBob I have completed the crankshaft. I have used a similar design to that which Brian and yourself have used but I made the crankshaft in one piece. I was given a piece of stainless steel that was of the correct size to make the crankshaft in one so decided to go with it. So the general...

Thank you for the replys I can see the performance of the engine will be restricted by its design but I was not sure if a balanced flywheel would help it when running to be smoother and not shake as I have seen of some on Utube.

Thanks again Brian.

Incidentally what will the Webster rev to?

Brian, Thank you I was not sure if any benifit would be obtained.

Hi all, I am currently building my first IC engine The Webster 4 cycle gas engine although my progress is slow (very) it is progressing. I am at the point of completing the flywheel and have been considering having it balanced, would this be an advantage or just an expense. I can see that the...

ZebDog Thank you for the reply, Making the crank from three parts makes me nervous I feel that I would not be able to achieve a crank that runs true or not sturdy and would compromise the engine. I do believe that machining from solid is not without its drawback but would like to give it a...

Following on from my question which first engine? it became clear the Webster would be a good choice. I am only just past the planning stage with some machining completed. Cylinder machined and bored needs honing. Cylinder head frame machined some drilling needed. Side frame material machined to...

Brian, Thank you for the link, it is a great source of information. I am currently looking at the Webster plan, looking at your build thread and the methods you employed with the equipment you have and deciding my best course of action on each component with my limited equipment/tooling.

Not exactly a thrashing but 12 - 6 to England. Now to the Webster build.

Brian, Thank you for the offer I may need to take you up on the "feel free to ask me". I have had a sneaky look at your build but an in depth look will have to wait until England have thrashed Wales in the rugby six nations.

Hi ZebDog, That was your first engine? I hope my first is half as good looking at that one is well done and thank you for sharing it.

Brian, I have downloaded the plans for the Webster 4stroke and I do agree that it looks like a good place to start. It has more parts and a variety of processes including heat treatment which will give me additional skills practice.Thank you for the pointer.:thumbup:

Hi BaronJ, Thank you for the reply. You are correct If I don't try it I won't know if it was a mistake or not. I have been making swarf with test pieces whilst practicing different processes to a tolerance. I like the look of the LOBO2 and am always up for a challenge I will have to ensure I...

Looking for a project for a first engine, I have seen a number of threads and suggested engines but what are the forum,s thoughts on building the LOBO pup twin as a first engine project. http://www.homemodelenginemachinist.com/search/registry/?keyword=lobo+pup&p=HDL1_ I have a new lathe and a...

Hi all, New to this site well new to any engineering site. I have just purchased a lathe and some tooling and was looking for a project (because you have to have a project). This site has more projects than you can shake a stick at so looks like staying with you a group of proper enthusiasts for...