LMS Oscillating Engine (first timer)

[Ian]

Hello everyone,

For a first project I've decided to build LittleMachineShop.com's oscillating engine mostly because it appeared the simplest and most idiot proof of what I could find. For a first project I've decided to build LittleMachineShop.com's oscillating engine mostly because it appeared the simplest and most idiot proof. :big:

I went scrounging around in my dad's scrap bin, and found some 3" aluminum round rod and 1.5"x1.5" square stock. Assuming I move everything up so that it doesn't hit the plate, is there anything bad about the extra material? I assume the extra mass in the flywheel is probably a good thing, but will the extra mass in the cylinder be bad? Should I take the time to just mill it down for looks and smooth running?

http://littlemachineshop.com/Products/Drawings/2593OscillatingEngineAssembly.pdf

Thanks!

 

[mklotz]

Deviating from the plans on your first build is not something I would recommend to a novice. A large part of developing your expertise involves learning to follow the plans.

Once you've got some experience and confidence you can begin to introduce your own variations.

 

[bob shutt]

Hi Ian
These Oscillating Engines are great to make. Everyone you show it to will be impressed. I would follow the plans also. Anyway you want to clean up the material anyway.