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Lord Hastings:
HI MEM, I have been into model engineering since retiring a few years ago and have now built a number of stationary engines - Oscillator, 10V and Stuart Beam, all of which I run on steam generated by a Stuart 504 boiler; i have also just completed the Stuart Dynamo, the build of which I documented as I could find virtually no information on this - if you're interested have a look on the ME forum under 'Beginners Questions' - I started quite a long running thread there.

Workshop wise I have a Warco 280V lathe, a Myford Super 7B, and a Warco Mill/Drill. I have also recently purchased an Axminster metal cutting bandsaw, which I now wished I'd purchased a while ago!

I fancied something different to build next and found the Reeves 'Hall's Rotary' which is a fascinating design, and then found MEM by searching for construction notes and tips from previous builders. I have now purchased the castings and drawings from Reeves and will be starting in a few weeks - but before that I plan to remake a few parts on the Stuart Beam to improve the design of spindles, piston & ring, and then couple it to a small working 'loom' (toy knitting machine!) for amusement purposes.

Thanks to all who have contributed to the Hall's Rotary threads, some great info there to help me plan and build.

Jo:
 :hi: Steve,

You will find it an interesting engine to build. I hope yours doesn't have the annoying click mine has as the Piston seal goes round  :facepalm:

Jo

Kim:
Hi there!  Welcome to the forum!
Kim

Roger B:
Welcome to the Forum  :ThumbsUp:  :ThumbsUp:

Michael S.:
Welcome to the forum.
I also incorporated my own ideas into the Stuart Beam.

Michael

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