Simplex on gas

[julian]

I am partway through building a Simplex and at the point of building the boiler. I have just found out that I have a breathing condition that may stop me running my loco on coal because of the smoke. Is it possible to fire it with gas burners? I am leaving the boiler while I investigate this as it may be the firebox or tubes may need a redesign. Has anyone any experience​ of doing this especially on a simplex or similar. I gather many locos in America are gas fired. Any ideas and especially any plans gratefully received.

Many thanks

Julian

[doubletop]

Julian

Try this as a start www.homemodelenginemachinist.com/showthread.php?t=10137

Its my Rob Roy but the discovery process I went through is covered there. Also try Googling Marty Burners. I've not tried them but there appears to be plenty in use out there.

Pete

[julian]

Thanks Pete,

Started reading your topic the other day. Need to study it better.

Got the plans for Marty burners and built one a while ago but only a rough trial. Need to build a better one and test properly now.

Julian