WOW, JUST WOW !!! th_confused0052 I've seen smaller models (5/7/9 cylinders), but haven't seen a running 18-cylinder.
None of us are worthy !!! :bow: :bow:
Mike
WOW !!
These pictures are absolutely incredible !!
They all show amazing work going on to build marine steam engines. I wonder if all these photos are from the same factory ? Kind of doubt it now that I think about it.
Interesting to see both both late model steam triple-expansion...
At LEAST 2-days.
I had about 6 hours to just barely scratch the surface of their collections. I spent my time mostly on the old stationary steam engines and the locomotives and machine ship in Greenfield Village.
Very impressive museum, especially the full-sized engines that used to power...
Crud :( 😢. Had planned on going. Flew to Chicago (family time) a few days ago and was going to drive today (fri) from there. Then some serious family issues came up for my brother and decided he needs my support more then I need to see some masters making outstanding models :(
So I...
Yes, the Craftsmanhsip museum is an absolute must-see if you're in the neighborhood (southern California)
http://www.craftsmanshipmuseum.com/
Been there a couple of times now !!
Mike
Couldn't find an appropriate spot for this news, so guess here's the best place.
Joe Martin, Sherline's owner died yesterday, 2/12/2014. Here's the news blurb that was sent to Sherline's email list.
Joseph H. Martin
December 3, 1934-February 12, 2014
It is with great sadness that we...
For someone "winging" it, you are doing a pretty darn good job !! Love the fact you're using Sherline equipment for all of this :) Interesting and different setups I would not have thought of !! :bow:
Mike
WOW !! :bow:
Agree with everyone else, it'd be a shame to see your beautiful engine lost to time. It should be preserved in some place that others can see your outstanding craftsmanship !!
The Sherline Internet Craftsmanship Museum would be a great place for your engine...