cylinder material

[chameleonrob]

just quick one, what are the pros and cons of using mild steel are a cyylinder material? for me it is easier to get hold of and fabricate (not using castings, loco will be all my design). Is it a big nono, inadvisable or OK? thanks in advance

[Tel]

ms is ok, but you have to be mighty particular with the lubrication. Better to make up your ms fabrication & then install a bronze or CI liner.