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| bogstandard:
Stew, Most of these double acting engines have no problems changing over on the run. But can be a bit temperamental when running on low pressure air. When running on steam, they behave completely differently. That is because the steam is continually expanding, so is producing power all the time it is in the engine. Even at low pressures on steam, reversing is not a problem, whereas with air it is a bit hit and miss. Your loco should be able to do the same thing, wheel spin and sparks. Darren, Actually I am glad it is finished, even though I really enjoy doing this sort of thing, at the moment I just can't cope. I have one more small job for a chap in Oz to do, then I am having to shut up shop for a while. John |
| Divided he ad:
Sweet little runner there John :thumbup: Like the frame too, much better than the brown stuff :) Enjoyed the thread and liked the fact I got to see the little beastie in person too :ddb: Videos... Well I don't like talking on mine, haven't quite got the voice for it!! :lol: Glad you made the effort to document it :clap: Ralph. |
| Bernd:
Very nice job John. Another superb thread by you. Learned a few things along the way as well. You even answered a question I was going to ask you. Must be ESP or something. Don't like the sound of haveing to shut up the shop for a while. But I assume you need a bit of rest after all that work. :thumbup: Bernd |
| Darren:
--- Quote from: Bernd on May 12, 2009, 07:23:30 PM --- Don't like the sound of haveing to shut up the shop for a while. --- End quote --- No, that doesn't sound like much fun, I hope nothing too serious John.... :med: |
| SPiN Racing:
Gorgeous piece of work there John. Always a pleasure to see your work, and follow the progress along the way!! :clap: I hope after the next project things smooth out for you and you are able to ease back into the fun stuff when ready. :thumbup: Scott |
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