j_polacchi1
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I have a great interest in a project that I am desperately in need of advice and assistance.I have a small machine shop I am slowly getting together,a small1950-55 Logan lathe and a Hardinge TM-UM mill w/a Bridegport M head.I hope to be up and running inside of the upcoming year.I'm well versed in most machine tool set ups and operations,but I'm not much of an engineer I'm afraid.I've never made a working engine from scratch and it seems to be quite an undertaking.
I was wondering if anyone has made a V-Twin design diesel engine?I see/find plans and of gas engines or very small "model plane" types w/glow plugs,but no true diesels to my knowledge.I'm aware of the subtle differences in diesel engines,but really only the basics.The 20:1 compression ratio is pretty important,the bore/stroke might also be a key factor?Fuel delivery considerations (should it be carburator or fuel injection type?), and whether or not a radiator/water cooling would be necessary (which I suspect it probably will be).
I'd like to make an engine large/powerful enough to power a bicycle w/an average person on it.Maybe I'm aiming a little too high or possibly tackling something that can't be done(I'm not sure?).I just can't find prints or answers to design/manufacturing questions and require the assistance of those who are more "well versed" on this subject which is why I decided to join this website.I would be grateful to receive any helpful assistance,advice or suggestions in this endeavor to get started.
I was wondering if anyone has made a V-Twin design diesel engine?I see/find plans and of gas engines or very small "model plane" types w/glow plugs,but no true diesels to my knowledge.I'm aware of the subtle differences in diesel engines,but really only the basics.The 20:1 compression ratio is pretty important,the bore/stroke might also be a key factor?Fuel delivery considerations (should it be carburator or fuel injection type?), and whether or not a radiator/water cooling would be necessary (which I suspect it probably will be).
I'd like to make an engine large/powerful enough to power a bicycle w/an average person on it.Maybe I'm aiming a little too high or possibly tackling something that can't be done(I'm not sure?).I just can't find prints or answers to design/manufacturing questions and require the assistance of those who are more "well versed" on this subject which is why I decided to join this website.I would be grateful to receive any helpful assistance,advice or suggestions in this endeavor to get started.