Another New Kid

[Andrew_D]

Hi all,

I've been lurking for awhile, as most of us do at the beginning.

Currently (trying) farming in Manitoba, Canada. North of Brandon for those that know the area.

I have an interest in all things mechanical.
Haven't decided for sure on building an engine yet, but then again, some of your pics are darned enticing! :bow:

Andrew

 

[hitandmissman]

Welcome to the board. I am sure you will enjoy your time spent with us.

 

[Brass_Machine]

Andrew,

Welcome to the club. Don't bother trying to decide to do an engine or not. Decide which one you ARE going to do. There isn't many feelings that compare to firing up an engine for the first time and seeing it run.

Eric

 

[Bernd]

Welcome Andrew,

I say the same as Brass Machine, pick an easy one if you've never done one and have at it. Also if you need help don't be afraid to ask. Remember, there are no stupid questions, only stupid answer some times.

I have one request though. Could you guys up there quite sending down all that cold air. :big: :big: :big:

Regards,
Bernd

 

[Maryak]

Andrew,

Welcome to our forum

Forecast is +41 C here tomorrow, a little of your cold air would be nice.

Best Regards
Bob

 

[Andrew_D]

It's not bad here temp-wise right now - only about -20oC
About a week and a half ago it was around -40o - note that I didn't specify C or F?? They meet at -40!
It least this cold it doesn't snow much - the guys in BC had quite a bit before Christmas, now they have rain and are getting mud slides - I'll take flat prairie and -30 over that!

Andrew

 

[rake60]

Welcome to HMEM Andrew!

I have a stepson in Kelowna BC.
At the present moment I'd trade him for the weather there.
THAT doesn't happen often!

Rick

 

[jack404]

G'day and welcome Andrew
i have a sister in Manitoba somewhere

I'll get there one day ( summer time eh)

cheers

jack

 

[90LX_Notch]

Welcome. I am a newbie also. This is a great site. I 2nd the advise given above. Pick one and start making it. I started machining my first engine the other day. It's a great feeling when you complete your first part. I can't wait to finish the rest of the parts and assemble it.

 

[TinkerJohn]

Andrew,

Glad to have you join us!

I encourage you to start making an engine. It's a great way to learn. I actually found it an ideal way to get used to making a few mistakes along the way javascript:void(0);

Here's a site a lot of folks use to get started with some simple (some more than others) engines.

http://www.john-tom.com/html/ElmersEngines.html

Keep us posted on your progress.

---TinkerJohn---

 

[Brian Rupnow]

Welcome Andrew---And yes, I do know the area. I spent the winter of 1964 stationed at Rivers, Manitoba---not too far from where you are. You will enjoy this forum. There are a lot of interesting and helpfull people on it.--Brian

 

[Andrew_D]

Welcome Andrew---And yes, I do know the area. I spent the winter of 1964 stationed at Rivers, Manitoba

Ahhh, the old air base I presume? You probably won't be impressed to see it now...

Many of the buildings have been gutted and stripped. As you drive in the main gates heading south towards what used to be the old firehall, there are three large pig barns on the west side. South of the firehall is a 80 foot long scale to weigh trucks coming and going. Fertilizer is stored in the big (low) hanger to the east of the firehall. Taking the runway to the west of the firehall and then north is the BIG arch hanger. It also stores fertilizer. They rail the fertilizer in during the winter and then truck it out to the farmers in the spring...I've trucked many loads out of there. Each hanger holds 12,000 - 15,000 metric tonnes of fertilizer.

Andrew

 

[spuddevans]

Welcome to HMEM Andrew, this is the best and friendliest forum out there.


Tim

 

[cfellows]

Hi Andrew,

Welcome to the HMEM. I agree with you about mechanical. The more gears, the better.

Chuck