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Post by lordsimon on Jul 16, 2007 18:07:18 GMT
This is possibly one of the smallest lightest 5" gauge locos ever I was asked to design a steam loco that would run round a 6ft circle on a 5” track, and on the basis idea of 45mm scale, He wanted a non ride on engine that will pull a couple of open wagons that will run round a very small circle as he has no space in the garden. So this is what I have come up with so far Basic spec: About 15" x 5" 3 1/2" vertical boiler Twin cylinder steam motor It may weigh as little as 10-12 lbs Those wheels are 2 1/2", by the way, and the wheelbase 5". So it should go round square corners. The boiler and steam motor are just sitting there at present - and yes, I do know there are only three wheels on my wagon.. www.live-steam.net/IMGP2772.jpg www.live-steam.net/IMGP2773.jpgSorry need to click on links as cant get pics too work |
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Post by AndrewP on Jul 16, 2007 22:29:52 GMT
Simon
That's the neat little job Chris Stockdale has been talking up on the yahoo group 5 inch gauge isn't it? I'd forgotten you were building it for him.
Maccsteam boiler and that sweet little double oscillator is the TVR something from Robert Graham in the States?
It's certainly a quick way of getting something moving under steam, did somebody call it a 'tea tray'? I suspect there will be other, less flattering, comments from some quarters.
Keep it up, you'll be finished long before me!
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Post by lordsimon on Jul 17, 2007 7:40:50 GMT
yes its me making this little thing but i have done a lot more since those pics and is nearly finished
on the back i have placed a large barrel type gas tank with a mohoghany wooden boxed base.
i have made a spacer that has raised the boiler 1/4" of the base to clear the gas jet of the the rear axel
and a few ther things
plus i am looking to set up on a secound one that i am building the rear wheels will be set back to reduce the over hang but this was only designed like that for chris
simon
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Post by modeng2000 on Jul 18, 2007 5:53:48 GMT
The engine does not look like an oscillator to me  John |
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Post by AndrewP on Jul 18, 2007 10:24:00 GMT
The engine does not look like an oscillator to me
True John, I shouldn't rely on memory!
The TVR1A is a twin slide valve with Hackworth valve gear, 1/2 x 5/8. At 245 USD for a fully machined kit it seems quite a bargain as somebody used to Stuart Turner prices.
Andy
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Post by Shawki Shlemon on Jul 24, 2007 10:14:50 GMT
Hi Simon
I think (stand to be corrected ) the base should be longer than the gauge otherwise the engine may easily derail . Just a thought . cheers .
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Post by lordsimon on Jul 31, 2007 14:49:22 GMT
Hi all I have some new pictures for you all it shows it only being 16" long and i can lift it 1 Handed i have placed it on the 5" track and it looks well mad all that needs doing now is painting black and a couple of other bits simon www.live-steam.net/new%20pics.htmlooks better in the flesh took pics on phone as camra broken lol |
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Post by lordsimon on Aug 2, 2007 15:53:24 GMT
tell me what you think or what would u do?
out of intrest
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Post by steam4ian on Aug 3, 2007 2:44:19 GMT
G'day Simon.
It is mad but fun! Have you worked out how much it can pull?
The bucket under the lubricator is a nice touch.
My joy would be complete if the engine had been a double oscillator.
Regards,
Ian
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Post by lordsimon on Aug 3, 2007 9:15:08 GMT
I have had a very sucsess full steam test today and seems to work very well i am testing on sunday on a club track and may see how she pulls?
cheers Ian
all comments greatfull
simon
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Post by lordsimon on Aug 5, 2007 20:24:41 GMT
Today i ran the engine round the malden which is an up and over track with a step incline which purred round with ease i coupled it up to one of the clubs single riding trolly to see if it would pull it and i was amazed that it tried but for the design its 2 light at the front to grip which i have a cool plan for but i am very pleased and got loads of comments on how sweat this engine is.
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Post by Shawki Shlemon on Aug 6, 2007 9:49:22 GMT
Congratulation .  |
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Post by jamienwr on Aug 6, 2007 18:26:01 GMT
Congratulations simon on your project,
any video's of it's maiden run?
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Post by steammadman on Aug 6, 2007 21:09:58 GMT
whats the bucket for? boil your taters in or for the tea slops?
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Post by lordsimon on Aug 6, 2007 21:14:26 GMT
sludge bucket and tea slops lol
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Post by dscott on Aug 7, 2007 8:30:18 GMT
As you may have noticed I am working on a similar project, but to do some serious pulling, with the bare minimum of work for a total beginner. 5" gauge and about 19" long. No castings so you dont have that, oh no I have messed up a 40 £ lump of metal feeling.
What a lovely model, and it brings that fun element back to our hobbie, who says you have to sit behind it, there are lots of radio controled options to work with these days.
David.
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Post by lordsimon on Aug 20, 2007 19:58:38 GMT
i will be selling this engine if anybody is intressted contact me as i have also painted it black and looks wicked
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Post by lordsimon on Aug 24, 2007 22:28:23 GMT
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Post by lordsimon on Sept 5, 2007 13:28:03 GMT
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Post by Myford Matt on Sept 5, 2007 19:33:36 GMT
Hi Simon
Your website isn't loading properly on my browsers (IE, Safari, Firefox). I'm on a Mac, which is usually fine with anything the web can throw at it.
Cheers
Matt
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