First build - Which engine is the best?

[TheMakerBoards]

Hey everyone! This is my first post on HMEM, but I've been lurking for a few years.

The title says it all. Where should I start??

I have about 7-8 years machining experience under my belt, and access to bridgeports, a sharp cnc mill and a "sort of accurate but not really" lathe with a DRO.

My ideal project would be to build a twin V engine, but I figure I should start off with something much simpler since I know almost nothing about how to go about building an engine.

Let's hear it! What would you guys would recommend for a HMEM beginner?

 

[vederstein]

McCabe's Runner for a barstock engine.
http://npmccabe.tripod.com/mccaberunner.htm

PM Research 2 or 2AM for a barstock kit.
http://www.pmmodelengines.com/product-category/steam/steam-engines/

Myers Engine Works "Creators Vertical" for a simple engine if you have larger equipment. http://www.myersengines.com/engines/creators_vertical.htm

 

[BronxFigs]

TMB...

Steam, Gas, Compressed-Air? What kind of engine do you fancy? With your 7-8 years worth of machining experience, you can probably build a decent, bar-stock engine, for starters.

The "Downloads" section, posted on this form, shows the drawings for many engines that will fit your needs. Good luck, and have fun.


Frank

 

[TheMakerBoards]

I like the look of that McCabe runner barstock engine!

A steam engine would be cool. I don't have any experience working with gas and engines (besides filling up my tank at the gas station haha) so Id rather not mess with that at first so I don't blow my thumb off

I'll check out the downloads section and see what I can find.
Any more recommendations on good air or steam powered engines?

 

[weez]

Check out Elmer's engines found here. There are many different designs to choose from. With your machining experience, I am sure you wouldn't have too much difficulty with any of them. I have built the Wobbler, Standby, Grasshopper, Twin Vertical Wobbler, Comber Rotary, and Geared. I am currently working on the Beam. The easiest is the Wobbler. My favorites are the Grasshopper and Geared. Check them out and I am sure you will find at least a few that interest you. Good luck on your first engine and be sure to post your progress here.

 

[Tin Falcon]

I wrote these two thread many moons ago to answer this very question.


Selecting a first engine !

Getting started in Model Engineering

I knew you were going to ask.

Seriously though download a few plan sets pick one you like and makes sence to you and build it.
Tin

 

[crankshafter]

Hey everyone! This is my first post on HMEM, but I've been lurking for a few years.

The title says it all. Where should I start??

I have about 7-8 years machining experience under my belt, and access to bridgeports, a sharp cnc mill and a "sort of accurate but not really" lathe with a DRO.

My ideal project would be to build a twin V engine, but I figure I should start off with something much simpler since I know almost nothing about how to go about building an engine.

Let's hear it! What would you guys would recommend for a HMEM beginner?

when times come and you have desided to start at a V-Twin, have a look at the Hoglet V Tvin. You will find several building logs here at the forum. Videos on youtube.
and plans you can get from The Modelengine Magazin.
CS.

 

[TheMakerBoards]

I wrote these two thread many moons ago to answer this very question.


Selecting a first engine !

Getting started in Model Engineering

I knew you were going to ask.

Seriously though download a few plan sets pick one you like and makes sence to you and build it.
Tin

Great link there!! Super helpful. I guess it really is just about picking one and going for it

when times come and you have desided to start at a V-Twin, have a look at the Hoglet V Tvin. You will find several building logs here at the forum. Videos on youtube.
and plans you can get from The Modelengine Magazin.
CS.

I'll keep that in mind when the time comes! I think it'd be so cool to build a v twin. Especially one that could fit in the palm of my hand


I was browsing the forums and came across this thread here:
http://www.homemodelenginemachinist.com/showthread.php?t=24839

I actually really like that engine and think maybe it'd be a fun way to start. Anybody have an idea of what model it is and where I could find the plans?

 

[weez]

I was browsing the forums and came across this thread here:
http://www.homemodelenginemachinist.com/showthread.php?t=24839

I actually really like that engine and think maybe it'd be a fun way to start. Anybody have an idea of what model it is and where I could find the plans?

This looks like Jan Ridders Two Stroke Debbie. You can email Jan and he will send you the plans.

 

[canadianhorsepower]

trouble shooting video

enjoy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=3&v=SQbVMHEAMh8