Trevor Thompson wrote: ↑Fri Nov 06, 2020 6:49 pm
So I am not the only one who struggled with his software...
It's not just a software. The book is hard read as well.
Don was extremely knowledgable and very respected but as far as I am concerned the master of the subject doesn't necessarily make the best teacher of it
I am still persevering though
- worst part of it is that there is nobody to ask if one has any questions (forum is not the right place for it...)
I personally prefer using prof. Bill Hall's approximate method, followed by Charlie Dockstader's simulator.
Trevor Thompson wrote: ↑Fri Nov 06, 2020 7:17 pm
---I didn't make the water tank to the drawing - I actually made it so that it had a bottom and would hold water if I decide to fit an axle driven water pump...
There seem to be quite a difference of opinion about merits of axle driven pump.
I personally like the idea, but think that it has to be carefully designed.
Trevor Thompson wrote: ↑Sat Nov 07, 2020 7:53 pm
...Anyone else had problems with dirt in gas?...
no personal experience, but here is Dick Moger's comments in G1:
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Trevor Thompson wrote: ↑Sat Nov 07, 2020 9:41 pm
...I hope that the dimensions are readable...
Thank you for posting details of your gear.
With the exception of extension rod, which is a bit challenging (but still usable) all of the drawings attached are perfect.
One immediate question is about eccentric.
I am assuming that 3mm dia hole for axle is not quite what it is in reality?
I will have more deatiled look at it and come back if I have any questions.
BTW - I am assuming that steam and exhaust ports in your design are as per Charles of K. B. ?