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Stuart Major Beam Engine
Chipmaster:
I started building this engine in November 2013.
My straightbed Chipmaster lathe couldn't accommodate the 14" flywheel so I used a friends Kerry lathe that has a gap bed for the job and another friend broached the keyway for me.
Andy
Castings
Jo:
That's a big beastie :naughty:
Can I suggest that every now and then you put some sort of item like a drinks can or a coffee mug in the photo to remind the members just how desirable this engine is.
Jo
Chipmaster:
The pulley was straightforward but we had an accident broaching the bevel gear too deep. However, as the hub was sufficient another keyway was broached. I didn't want to use Woodruff keys as per the plan so I enlarged the keyway in the bevel gear with the intention of using a feather key
The next job was to mark out and machine the base. my veteran Archdale milling machine was just big enough. The pads for the central column, cylinder and valve gear trunnion were at different heights.
Andy
b.lindsey:
Nice looking castings Andy and some good progress thus far as well. It is a big 'un but should make a fine model!!
Bill
NickG:
Looks great this, nice to see a Stuart Major being built :ThumbsUp:
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