Hello from Australia

[antz]

Hi,

I've been interested in miniature engines for the last 7-8 years. So far I haven't built anything myself but I'm getting to the stage where I would like to setup my workspace to enter the hobby.

I'm a Mechanical Engineer by profession, which is probably the reason for my interest in this subject matter.

I'm not afraid to say I don't possess the skills that a lot of you have. The last time I used any metal working equipment would be close to 20 years ago when I started studying Engineering. Nonetheless, I have acquired several machinist friends through my work that I would be able to ask for help.

One of the engines that has really caught my interest is the "Peewit" Horizontally opposed 4 cylinder by Eric Whittle. I will attempt some simpler builds before tackling this one however.

Cheers
Anthony

 

[dalem9]

Welcome Anthony All are willing to help here .

 

[deeferdog]

G'day Anthony and welcome to the forum. If you can, post a few pics of your setup. Merry Christmas, Peter.

 

[Herbiev]

G'day Anthony and welcome to the club.

 

[10K Pete]

Welcome, Anthony! Good to see another budding ME. Lots of questions are posed and answered here.

Pete

 

[Cogsy]

Welcome Anthony. Lots of info here to keep you busy.

 

[raspii]

Welcome,

here is another engine that's similar to the Peewit, but may be a little easier to make.

http://www.cad-jung-shop.de/epages/62479729.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/62479729/Products/00-Z0004-0

I have the plans and they are laid out very well for a beginner, but with no words, just plans of each part.

Best of luck,

From Pat

 

[XD351]

Another welcome Anthony, I'm from Sydney what state are you in ?

Ian.

 

[grapegro]

Hello Anthony, welcome to the fold from another Australian in S W Victoria. Norm

 

[ruzzie]

Gday from Western Sydney

 

[Johno1958]

G'day Anthony.
Welcome from Central Victoria.
Cheers
John

 

[Brookesy]

G'day mate,
Stick around, ask questions and you'll find a bunch of helpful people with good advice.