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There are cheap sirens for sale on the internet, either motor driven or originally designed for putting on a bicycle. Prices seem to be below 25 dollars US. Perhaps you could order one and modify it or measure it up. Or did you want a whistle? --ShopShoe

Good Choice. I'll be waiting for the thread to start. As far as including the CAD: EVERYTHING you do is interesting. --ShopShoe

Background Information: The Amphicar: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amphicar When I was in elementary school, My Dad took my brother and me and some other boys from the neighborhood to a "Sports Show" every year and I remember they were on display, along with films being shown in the display...

Brian, I like the way it looks with the flywheel too. I definitely want to watch you build it: I'll be watching. A V4 version would also be wonderful, but it would obviously take longer. Maybe that would be tiring for both of us........... (wink) --ShopShoe

What engines are famous? How many were made for how many years? What documentation is available? Ford Flathead? Build a running metal model AND a "visible" model? Other Modern Ford V-8s, as you've said? Otherwise, search for obscure engines that are less well documented and not as popular...

I can chime in with some clarification: I have and have used the "end of the air hose" or "bottle blaster" on small parts. I have a larger pressure blaster that I used in car restoration, but I rarely use it any more. It was worth the expense, but still a time-intensive method that can be used...

You might also look at the TAIG machines: http://www.taigtools.com For a low-budget approach, you can buy kits and components to build your own configuration. You can also find these on ebay and etc. I have recently bought a taig lathe for a second shop area and I think it will perform as...

Fantastic. Wonderful, Super. I've been waiting to see it running and I am glad to see it in such glory. Whatever you do next, I'll be watching. --ShopShoe

Stevehucks398, You said "... It's shiny but every scratch from a slip with a screwdriver or an allen wrench is still there. Every little flaw either from machining mistakes or assembly mistake or just wear over the years is still there down to all the original hardware except 2 pushrods. That...

Johan, You have made a very nice version of #29. Your video is fine, and it shows that your engine is running smoothly and consistently. Thank you for posting, ShopShoe

I think kids need to be more makers than followers. Skills with tools are important, but even more important is the ability to visualize things that can be created with whatever is around. The idea that one can solve one's own problems is there somewhere as well. As was said above, there is no...

When you first posted about this setback I was really sorry to hear it. However, I am amazed at your analysis of the cause of the problem and the ingenious solutions you came up with. As always, your builds are awesome and I learn so much from them, even if my humble projects don't even...

OT Follows - Attempt at cheap humor: Your last photo above shows what appears to be an alien army massing to attack, perhaps Dr. Who is nearby.... -- Actually, congratulations on coming this far. I am following along with the build. --ShopShoe

Congratualtions on a new mill. I will be looking for updates when you get the VFD and DRO working. I was glad to hear that you have the money for those additions. --ShopShoe

Partially OT post follows: Been there, done different. It was in the 1990s: I don't know what is possible nowadays. For a temporary fix, I got some exhaust patching material from my local auto-parts store, and extra gaskets. I built up a sandwich of gaskets and patch material in the wedge...

Food for thought: Covered in posts above, but interesting none-the-less. Skip this post if you want. The un-even-ness issue of stock and whether it is more, or less on different stock due to extrusion or other forming is a problem sometimes. A few years ago I suspected the same problem from...

Brian, I just have to add that the colors really make this one pop. I like the maple leaf, too. Thank You for posting, --ShopShoe

Congratulations Brian, As always, I enjoy your build threads and the ultimate result. Your continuous learning as you progress on these things is an inspiration. Thank You for posting, --ShopShoe

Congratulations on a successful and good-looking build. I like the nicely-working hit and miss action. Thank You for posting, --ShopShoe

That is nice. I have seen other examples over the years, but it is nice to see new ones being made. Thank You for posting. BTW, Did you just like the colors or are you a John Deere fan as well? --ShopShoe