COKE BOTTLE ENGINE

[Davis2x1]

Third attempt at posting video.

[Davis2x1]

I see the image but it will not play on Windows 10.

Can anyone see it??

Dave

[Dave Otto]

I can view it but it is sideways.

Dave

[toolznthings]

Looks nice, even sideways !

[b.lindsey]

I can view it even on my phone. Reminds me that I have that casting kit and need to build it. Great looking engine Dave! Are you going to paint it or leave it as is?

Bill

[Davis2x1]

Glad you can view it.

I am a retired mechanical engineer 74 years old. I always wanted to build a model engine as I restore BMW motorcycles for a hobby. I purchased a used Sherline lathe and mill. My first attempt at a model was this PM Research casting kit. This was my first attempt at machining and I learned a lot from this forum. I was amazed that the engine ran on its first try with 40 psi air pressure. I had some problems with the machining of the parts and the assembly of the unit.

I would like to thank those on the forum who came before me as their discussion and tips really helped me out. The questions I asked of you were answered quickly and in a sincere manner. I know that you guys don't like flywheel wobble so I have a little clean up work to do before I start on my next engine.

Still working on posting videos so when I work it out I'll show another.

Bill, I think I will leave this one as it is.

[Jo]

It runs the right way up on my version of Windows 10.

Nice runner 

Jo

[Jasonb]

Looks good to me, did you make it on the Sherline that it is standing on?

J

[Davis2x1]

Jason,

Yes I used the Sherline lathe. When I purchased the lathe it came with all the accessories including an extra short bed. I used the short bed to make a milling machine by buying the mill conversion upright. It worked out fairly well but the narrow bed caused some chatter while milling. I think I'll convert the short lathe bed into a dedicated threading tool and purchase a Sherline mill.

Dave