A vertical steam pump.

[Michael S.]

I’ve finished the connecting rod between the eccentric and the slide valve. I was curious to see if the pump would turn when I pressed the compressed air hose against the inlet. The joint currently uses just a simple M2 screw; that will be changed later. The pump valves are also still missing.

Michae

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The initial test run was performed without seals on the cylinder or stuffing box. The piston does not yet have a piston ring, and the slide valve was only roughly adjusted. Still, I am pleased that the engine turns.
Now, everything is being disassembled, and the iron parts are being painted.

[crueby]

Even without those last parts and the seals, its running very well!!

[Sanjay F]

It looks gorgeous and runs great without all the seals etc. You've really made something special there, congratulations 

[PaulR]

That's a beauty Michael and what a smooth runner already! 

[Roger B]

Looking good    I've always liked scotch yoke engines   

[Michael S.]

Thank you, Chris, Sanjay, Paul and Roger. 

[Michael S.]

Some small progress has been made on the steam pump. The parts to be painted are currently with the painter.
While the parts are drying, I’ve fabricated a simple main valve and a T-fitting with a displacement lubricator. All that’s missing now are the valves for the water pump. So, there’s still a bit of work to do.

Michael

[Sanjay F]

Its the small details which make the difference and you certainly have them 

[crueby]

I really like the shapes on the valves.   

[Michael S.]

The cylinder sheet is finished—this time made of copper.
Since copper darkens quickly, I used a copper/brass patina solution to help the process along.

Michael