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Gentlemen, Since I reported some of my health issues awhile back I thought that I should make a video of one of the two that I really...

Rob, Start out by making a tool like the one attached. Lightly cut the seat. This tool will ensure that the seat is concentric with the...

Hi Mike, Send me a PM so I can give you my email address to discuss what we're looking at. gbritnell

I've worn them for 3 years. Diagnosed with moderate to severe in the higher frequencies. Went through my health provider but still had...

The first V8 engine was patented by Leon Levavasseur in 1902. Henry Ford patented changes and processes involved in making his first V8...

Well said Stan! The drawings are mine and they are trash but nobody is allowed to fix them? Expletive!!!!

Just change the camshaft to match the journals. (Different firing order)

Gear center distance will be identical just the pressure angle changes.

Welcome Arjun. There's a wealth of knowledge and information here. What is your background?

Terry, I always pre-time my engines between 10 and 15 degrees. I'm sure you've had enough experience over the years with timing engines...

There are 3 methods for patterns and casting. One is a split pattern. Another is a loose pattern and the third is using a follow board...

Several years back I built the Benson vertical steam engine. I have my CAD drawings which I reduced by 1/2 but for the life of me I...

I didn't take a lot of pictures or videos of the show but put together what I had.

Well said Rich! If model engineering is of prime importance to a person then he or she could consider it a vacation. We have to take...

I think our hobby, model engineering, . was somewhat born from a time when craftsmanship was still commonplace. Let's start out with...