Kustom KB's Gallery

[kustomkb]

I thought I would like to show off my collection of engines and have a page to update as builds are completed.

Most of these engines were inspired and/or designed by forum members.

It all started about 15 years ago when this thing called the internet came along and I found some designs on-line.

My first was "Three Sisters" which was made using only a lathe and drill press. When it came alive, that was it, I was hooked;

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02BlGgvtcKM[/ame]


Then I learned there was a whole community of hobbyists building these things and found some books and built Philip Duclos' "Fire Eater";

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fumWEZ3ZQ38[/ame]

Next was a LTD stirling made from drawings supplied by Len Winn;

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuJHS7t3JAs[/ame]


Here is Jan Ridders "Pulse Mobile" and the build.

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VM79YmWZZ60[/ame]

I also pitched in on a team build, Elmers "Coomber"

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7oIgqUTkho[/ame]

Here is "Pug designed and built by Paul here

And my plastic version here

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_MhMNwH0WI[/ame]

I really like Jan Ridders designs so "Bas" was built here.

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sb27f1cEwQI[/ame] [ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yoWX_lkdNdc[/ame]

When I felt I was ready to try an IC, "Hoglet" was built (and the saga continues) here.

[ame]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ULas6lgJdsk&t=1m9s[/ame]

I have really enjoyed this hobby and hope to pursue it further when things settle down on the home front.

Have fun!

 

[ronkh]

KB,

Thank you so much for sharing/showing your engines.
They are a kick up the a**e for me to get in the cave again and re-start.
Talented is the word.

Kind regards,

Ron.

 

[lazylathe]

Awesome stuff Kevin!!!
This page is a great idea for easy reference for others!!

I especially love the speedy up Bas build!!!

Andrew

 

[danstir]

Really enjoyed your collection of engines. A lot of variety and all well made.

 

[Catminer]

Great stuff Kevin :bow:, really makes me think I need a Hoglet.

Peter

 

[kustomkb]

Thanks for the kind words.

I think that is what this forum is all about, sharing idea's and inspiration with each other.

My hat's off to Rick and the moderators of this forum, I don't know how many of my engines would have existed with out it!