3/4" scale Bassett lowke traction engine gears and drawings

[isambard]

I have a part finished 3/4" scale Bassett Lowke traction engine and it is missing parts most of which I could make if I had a full set of drawings does anyone know of any still clear enough to use. Also I need a set of gears I believe these were obtained originally from Bonds now no longer in existence so has anyone any ideas on what I could use to complete the engine. Any information would be a great help.

[jasonb]

I noticed yesterday that Tee publishing still sell the booklet about the engine which may have some info but the drawings were separate.

J

[isambard]

Hi Jason thanks for the info I have the book as you say it has some info but as my drawings are incomplete I have gaps in my knowledge especially the gear arrangement etc. I don't think the drawings are still available I have tried lots of places so unless someone has a used set I'm stuck :-(

Tom

[alanstepney]

Once you identify them, Muffett will (probably) be able to supply them.

As a suggestion:
Look at photos from recent exhibitions, and you will find some 3/4" B-L's on club stands.
Contact the club(s) concerned and see if they will put you in touch with the owner, who, may have drawings or may measure the existing gears,

[isambard]

Hi Alan that's a good suggestion I will check recent exhibition galleries for photos, You also say once I identify them Muffett will (probably) be able to supply them. Can you elaborate on that please I don't understand what you mean.

Tom

[alanstepney]

www.muffettgears.co.uk/

[isambard]

Thanks Alan got that filed away for future reference

[1958trev]

Have you tried the basset lowke society web site as they have an archive of plans hope this helps