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What a wonderful job. Congratulations.

Just need to sort out wick and fuel then she’s ready for a test steaming. Hopefully have the bodywork ready to go back on by the time that’s happened.

Burner test using b&q bioethanol, think the flames about right

First steaming has been a success! Few minor issues to sort but nothing major. Ran nicely in both directions, even made steam while the axle pump was running.

Run’s very nicely, congratulations.
I could have watched more than 12 seconds.
Tim

I always make videos too short, feels like ive been filming for ages and when I watch it back is only 10 seconds or so. I’ll get a longer one next run! Wasn’t expecting it to work fours time to be honest so pretty ‘chuffed’!

"Chuffed"
I would be too if I had the skills you process Gareth. You have done an excellent job there...

Aye, more videos in due course, please! Will be interesting to see how much it'll pull.

I’ve currently got no g1 stock so will have to borrow something to pull, feels like it’s got some go though, doesn’t even flinch if you try to press against the wheels while it’s running.

Garethh wrote: ↑Sat Aug 28, 2021 1:20 pm I’ve currently got no g1 stock so will have to borrow something to pull, feels like it’s got some go though, doesn’t even flinch if you try to press against the wheels while it’s running.

'Cheeky mode' I know someone who can help with the gauge one stock. Just ask Matt as he's got some of my stuff.

Serious comment, looks great! Can't wait to hopefully see it in the flesh.

Jon

Yeah matts already offered to loan some of his stock for a test, will need some of my own stuff at some point but I’ve run out of space at home so will need to figure that bit out first!

Longer video of the second steaming after fixing a few niggles. Had a bit of trouble getting the wicks to light so thinking they may be packed a bit too tight.

Well, that is simply excellent. Nice and smooth and I love the sound it makes.

Painting turned out to be a bit of a pig, but it’s finally done, not perfect but it’ll do…
I’m sure I’ll find bits and pieces to do, but for now she’s done and ready to hit the track

Lovely. Can’t wait to see the video(s).

Painting's a funny thing, innit? One day it goes well, the next might be a disaster. That's come out beautifully, you ought to be proud.

Old Man Aaron wrote: ↑Wed Sep 22, 2021 3:10 am Painting's a funny thing, innit? One day it goes well, the next might be a disaster. That's come out beautifully, you ought to be proud.

It really is, some bits came out spot on straight from the can, others needed much flatting and polishing to get to an acceptable point, despite the same process being used! I’m happy with it, but there’s room for improvement next time…

First run with the bodywork fitted, and the smokebox properly sealed up, seem to steam considerably better now. I’ve also restricted the lubricator slightly as I think it was over oiling. Ran for about 25-30 mins never going below 55psi before I stopped it to check the oil level, which was pretty much empty by then.

Can I ask how did you limit the oil flow? I have 2 Accucraft locos which seem to dispense far too much oil. If it's not a too technical fix it's one I would be interested in.

The project design uses a separate steam feed from the regulator to the lubricator, and then from the lubricator to the steam chest. I just reduced the size on the hole in the inlet union hoping it would reduce the amount of oil that gets through. I’ve never seen an accucraft lubricator, but I’d assume a similar theory would be applicable.