Steam launch eng

[MADJACK]

Hello all, I don't post often, but I like to follow projects when I can.

I found this site that sells casting kits and running engines. I am interested in building a full size engine with a 2-3" bore. I figured I'd share the link in case it hasent been shared. Any one familiar with the site or bought their castings?

Maybe other souces that might be better? Im still studying the matter. I havent built any steam engines yet, but I am a decent self taught machinist with a reasonably well equiped hobby shop.

edited to add the link... https://www.tinypower.com/store.php?crn=54&action=show&show_products_mode=cat_click

 

[Herbiev]

Looking forward to following your build. Looks like a great project. Which engine did you have in mind?

 

[Charles Lamont]

Hello all, I don't post often, but I like to follow projects when I can.

I found this site that sells casting kits and running engines. I am interested in building a full size engine with a 2-3" bore. I figured I'd share the link in case it hasent been shared. Any one familiar with the site or bought their castings?

Maybe other souces that might be better? Im still studying the matter. I havent built any steam engines yet, but I am a decent self taught machinist with a reasonably well equiped hobby shop.

edited to add the link... https://www.tinypower.com/store.php?crn=54&action=show&show_products_mode=cat_click

Have a look at Stuart models at:

http://www.stuartmodels.com/products/set-of-castings
particularly the 5A & 6A

and Elliot Bay at:

http://www.steamlaunch.com/engines/index.html

 

[jschoenly]

I know Ronnie and Deanna at Tiny power and you can't go wrong with them!

Thank said, Stuart is also a fine product. Depends a little on your budget and style desired. Good luck!

 

[MADJACK]

Thanks for the feedback, I don't know which one I want to build yet. I probably will have to do a couple , maybe a model before I tackle a full size.

 

[kvom]

Various steam launch engines come up for sale here: http://discoverlivesteam.com/discoverforsale/non-railroad.html

If you already have a launch buying an engine to use while building your own might be attractive.