Author Topic: PMR #1 Calling it Done (Read 10506 times)

b.lindsey · « **on:** April 04, 2015, 08:39:28 PM »

After several little detours, especially with the painting and striping, I am going to call this one done just in time for the Cabin Fever show. Its running consistently on about 6psi of air and with the steam chest valve, I can get it down to 60 rpm without too much loping. I am hoping now that it won't need more disassembly, continued running in will make it even smoother. Here are a few pictures I took outside since it is a bright sunny day. Thanks for following along on the build log.

Bill

crueby · « **Reply #1 on:** April 04, 2015, 08:42:04 PM »

Nice engine! Great proportions on it.

fumopuc · « **Reply #2 on:** April 04, 2015, 08:47:43 PM »

Hi Bill, the structure of the materials (wood, castings) and the colors are very harmonic. I like it, very well done.

tvoght · « **Reply #3 on:** April 04, 2015, 08:50:38 PM »

Very nice indeed. Good job, Bill!

--TIm

sco · « **Reply #4 on:** April 04, 2015, 08:55:16 PM »

Beautiful and elegant engine, nicely made! Like the pinstriped flywheel too,

Simon.

Don1966 · « **Reply #5 on:** April 04, 2015, 09:56:22 PM »

Bill she sure looks the part after all the effort you put in to it. Beautiful color and everything does flow together in harmony. Looking forward to seeing it at CF.

Don

mklotz · « **Reply #6 on:** April 04, 2015, 10:11:34 PM »

Spectacular, Bill. I didn't like the color as you described it but seeing it in the flesh has completely changed my mind. The pinstriping is elegantly understated-just as it should be.

Be proud, very proud.

b.lindsey · « **Reply #7 on:** April 04, 2015, 10:33:51 PM »

Many thanks guys for the support along the way as well as your comments here. Funny thing is, if I paint something maroon or green, the spouse says I am in a rut. This time, she just said it was ugly...actually she liked the blue masking tape. Ah well...ultimately I am the one that has to like it and even though it was unusual for me, the color(s) have grown on me already.

Bill

cheepo45 · « **Reply #8 on:** April 04, 2015, 10:41:18 PM »

Great job, Bill!
I really like the pinstriping.
I'm looking forward to seeing it at Cabin Fever.
cheepo45

b.lindsey · « **Reply #9 on:** April 04, 2015, 10:52:08 PM »

Thanks Scott. I am really looking forward to seeing your Gade as well. See your in a few days!!

Bill

PStechPaul · « **Reply #10 on:** April 04, 2015, 11:12:41 PM »

I have also, essentially, declared my wobbler air engine "finished". I made a good mount for the motor/generator, and added a post on which I will mount a proximity sensor as well as binding posts to monitor the DC output, and an old-fashioned lampholder with a green lens (or red, amber, white, blue, or clear as desired). It will also allow easy changing of the miniature bayonet lamp.

But, hey, I am hijacking your thread, and I'll post more details in mine about the machine shop class project. Your engine is a thing of beauty, and although I think a darker color would set off the bright machined surfaces better, it works well, and may be unique. Seeya next week!

AussieJimG · « **Reply #11 on:** April 05, 2015, 12:46:50 AM »

Nice looking engine Bill, I wish I could be at Cabin Fever to see it.

Jim

cwelkie · « **Reply #12 on:** April 05, 2015, 12:49:41 AM »

The complete presentation came out very, very nice Bill. Your pin striping sets things off very nicely. Worth the effort in the end ... and I like the colours too!

b.lindsey · « **Reply #13 on:** April 05, 2015, 12:58:17 AM »

Jim, we will miss seeing you this year! CW, thank for looking in.

Bill

Dave Otto · « **Reply #14 on:** April 05, 2015, 01:06:03 AM »

Hey Bill

That is beautiful! I really like the color and the wood base complements the engine quite well.
Nice Job!

What's next?

Dave

b.lindsey · « **Reply #15 on:** April 05, 2015, 01:49:47 AM »

Dave, I am thinking about one that's been on the list for a while now...Jerry Howell's Victorian Stirling. I have a couple of parts made from several years ago which then got sidetracked by the Brigg's project. I can use another stirling in the collection, but I'm also getting itchy to make another IC as well. I will look around Cabin Fever and see what if anything strikes my fancy, and my budget

Bill

Dave Otto · « **Reply #16 on:** April 05, 2015, 01:53:32 AM »

Ah, so many choices, the Victorian is a nice engine; it will be fun to see which way you jump.

Dave

Johnmcc69 · « **Reply #17 on:** April 05, 2015, 02:10:54 AM »

Very nicely done Bill! Like everyone mentioned, I also really like the color & the pin striping makes it look quite elegant.

Looking forward to your next project.

John

joe d · « **Reply #18 on:** April 05, 2015, 04:06:07 AM »

Well Bill, you've set the bar higher for yourself for your next one, 'cause this one is a great job

Looking forward to your next one

Cheers, Joe

Kim · « **Reply #19 on:** April 05, 2015, 06:02:13 AM »

Beautiful engine Bill! As everyone has said, the paint job is marvelous!

Enjoy showing it this year, you've really outdone yourself!
Kim

Jo · « **Reply #20 on:** April 05, 2015, 08:31:02 AM »

Nice

Bill, any chance of posting a picture of it next to something we know the size of so we can understand how big it is?

Jo

Myrickman · « **Reply #21 on:** April 05, 2015, 09:58:32 AM »

Functional art, Bill. The whole package turned out very well. The brass lagging cover and the striping adds a nice touch of bling. Paul

ths · « **Reply #22 on:** April 05, 2015, 10:36:52 AM »

The engine looks great finished, and sits so comfortably on the wooden plinth. Congratulations! Cheers, Hugh.

sshire · « **Reply #23 on:** April 05, 2015, 12:08:03 PM »

Bill
Beautiful engine! Another excellent build and a great color choice. Anxious to see it "in the flesh" next week.
I love it. Bravo!!

vcutajar · « **Reply #24 on:** April 05, 2015, 12:17:31 PM »

That really looks good Bill. Congratulations.

Vince

Tennessee Whiskey · « **Reply #25 on:** April 05, 2015, 01:22:41 PM »

Professor Leroy, now that's one pretty little Southern Belle. I love the colors and striping and the stripes on the flywheel are just ducky. The brass lagging gives it just the right subtle amount of bling. Hmm, wonder how some of Crueby's fake rivets would look on the lagging

, just saying . Again, great job

.. I'd better go, DOG said he needed to go and hide my Easter eggs. I know he's lying, he'll leave me something in the grass, but, I'm betting it ain't eggs

..

Happy Easter,
Cletus

b.lindsey · « **Reply #26 on:** April 05, 2015, 02:53:43 PM »

Again, many thanks everyone for the comments, much appreciated!! Jo, here you go..a picture with a 6" caliper along the side and for Stan, the mini-mic along the rear edge

Hope that helps.

Bill

Mike Bondarczuk · « **Reply #27 on:** April 05, 2015, 05:53:26 PM »

Hi Bill,

Truly magnificent build and there is absolutely nothing not to really like about it, from the wood planking through the colour choice and to the pin striping, everything seems to work together very well.

Mine is on hold until late summer due to work but I will keep referring to this build log for inspiration and guidance.

With best regards,

Mike

Stilldrillin · « **Reply #28 on:** April 05, 2015, 07:33:04 PM »

That's a beautiful engine, Bill!

Slim, and elegant, in it's colour and striping. Set off, by the perfectly finished woodwork.

David D

gary.a.ayres · « **Reply #29 on:** November 15, 2019, 12:27:17 PM »

Great looking engine - the finish is beautifully done.

bent · « **Reply #30 on:** November 15, 2019, 07:06:07 PM »

Yup, that's a purdy engine. Like others, I wasn't sure about the colors, but in combination with the wood and the dark brown pinstripes, it pops.

b.lindsey · « **Reply #31 on:** November 15, 2019, 07:46:19 PM »

Thanks for the comments guys. As it turns out, I was never pleased with the off white paint scheme, or at least the paint that was used. This engine has since been stripped and powder coated as I noted in another thread. Much happier with it now. It's still a nice runner though.

Bill

bwal · « **Reply #32 on:** December 17, 2019, 09:34:01 PM »

Hi Bill,

Very nice engine. Did you make the oil cups yourself or where they supplied with the kit? I'm thinking of making some up for my PMR 3A.

Ben.

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