Team Build 8

[dreeves]

Well guys has everyone checked in with there status? I got all my parts complete tonight. I picked up USPS boxes for shipping and just waiting on a list with address. I hope all is well with the build
Dave

 

[Path]

Well guys has everyone checked in with there status? I got all my parts complete tonight. I picked up USPS boxes for shipping and just waiting on a list with address. I hope all is well with the build
Dave

Wow ... you are moving right along ... great to hear that you are ready to ship.

I have 6 of the 9 addresses so far hope to get the rest in day or so.
Once I get them all, I'll compile the list and send it out.

Also will provide my own progress later today or tomorrow.


Pat H.

 

[dreeves]

Thank Pat. I was hoping to stir some pictures up from some of the team members the have not posted pictures. I will post some more pictures tonight. I can't wait to see it all come together. I want to thank the team for letting me in.

Dave

 

[Path]

Just send the team members the addresses for TB 8 via PM.

Please check that your address is correct ... if not please PM so that I can correct.


Pat H.

 

[joe d]

Re addresses:

Mine's good, thanks Pat!

Looking forward to seeing the parts.

Cheers, Joe

 

[rhitee93]

Wow, I feel like a southerner with all of those way north addresses! I'm going to go practice my drawl...

I had a paying gig that came in and took up my shop time around the holidays, but I have most of the hard parts done on my list. I'm hoping to finish up the rest of them soon, and should be done by the end of the month.

 

[dalem9]

Thanks For the address Pat My Parts should be done on time . I just have to drill some hole and tap some holes and they will be done . Dale

 

[Path]

Though I would post my progress with a few pictures.

This is a SW rendition of Gerry's Beam Engine that the team is building ... except for the hardware.

I ordered three 3/16" x 6" x 6' section of Aluminum for the 20 side panels needed.
Each 6 foot piece yields 10 panels so I have an extra 6 footer for goofs. Which I'm sure I will have. Here I'm cutting two 7" panels at a time.

Once cut I clean up the edges then drill 4 mounting holes that match the bottom plate (black) for machining in the vice.
This holds the stock while cutting the pockets.

I machine the 6 pockets using a 1/4" end mill for the center of the pocket then a 1/8" end mill for the contour.

Then I install a holding plate to machine the perimeter of the side panel.

Well here are all 10 sets of side panel, takes about 40 minutes each to machine.
Next step is to drill and tap the 6 holes and 2 mounting holes. This should be fun.

More photos after I drill and tap the holes.

Later,

Pat H

 

[dreeves]

Pat, Wow they look great and cant wait to start getting some parts in the mail.

Dave

 

[joe d]

Well Dave, my parts went out in the mail today. You should see them soon!

Joe

 

[Path]

Dave,
Looking forward to getting parts also ... been a long haul since we started.

Team,
My parts are moving along ... now I need some input.
Recall I mentioned engraving some info on the side panel back in post 149/150.

Here's what I have in mind:

........HMEM TB8 2012
(Name of builder) sn 1 of 10

This will be engraved between the support screws at the bottom of the side panel. Near the middle... there is no real center line to use as a guide.


Question (1): Which side? Flywheel or Steam chest. Or maybe both!
Question (2): What name to use. 1st, or last, or 1st and last or member's name. I suspect 1st and last, but it is your choice.
Question (3): What name to use for the auction piece ... maybe blank or some other words.

If you have questions ... ask!

Can anyone let me know what they used for an engraving tool.
I'm thinking about using a single flute 30 degree V-cutting tool.
The depth will be about .015 (will experiment to see what is best).
The engraving letters (H for example) will be 12 pts. , or about .1 high. Width of members will be about .012 to .015 wide, total width about .1 depending on the actual letter. So the tool has to be real small .

Any help on this would be great.

Let me know either here or PM.

Thanks,

Pat H.

 

[dreeves]

Well got all the parts boxed and ready to send out on Thursday. Had a new experience with filling out Customs Declaration forms. Got all that done and thanks to the post office for providing me with a few extras which I used.

Pat, I would like Dave Reeves or D Reeves which ever works best. Thanks for going the extra mile with the engraving.

Dave

 

[chucketn]

Well, my parts are in the mail. I hope they measure up. I noticed when packing them, that I did not separate the bearing halves on some. They are only super-glued together for the final drilling and reaming. Just soak them in acetone, or nail polish remover for a couple of minutes and they will separate. Heat will work also, if there is a problem using acetone. Just don't over heat them as they woll discolor.
As for the engraving, an unexpected and humbling addition... Chuck (chucketn) Pickering would be my preference, just chucketn if not enough room.

Thanks everyone for allowing me to join in at the last minute, and for all the help, advise, tools, materials, and encouragement you provided.

Chuck

 

[dreeves]

Chuck, it was great having you involved and I'm sure your parts will be fine. I too was not sure if my skills were up to the challenge. I'm new to the cnc game and was one of the first projects with the machine. There may be a need for some sanding in the pockets of my parts as the glass beads did not clean it all up. I hope everyone as well is ok with my parts. If there is a problem let me know and it will be corrected.

Dave

 

[Path]

...............
Thanks everyone for allowing me to join in at the last minute, and for all the help, advise, tools, materials, and encouragement you provided.

Chuck

Chuck and Dave

Hey it's not over, sounds like you are about to leave us when the fun is just about to begin. There is lots to do ... receiving parts, putting it all together, adjustments and questions. And pictures when assembled.
So we still have about 4 weeks of fun.

Hang in there and keep posting on progress etc.


Thanks,

Pat H.

 

[chucketn]

I didn't mean to convey the message that it's over. Sorry if I came across that way. I look forward to receiving parts, the assembly and adjustments, and the first run! I also look forward to the auction of #10. Maybe that one should have all our names on it? Maybe on the bottom of the base?
Still have to order a box of screws. Ment to do that today but forgot.
BTW, didn't someone make an animated 3d of the completed engine?
I learned so much in the making of my simple parts. I even made my own D bit drill and reamer for these parts! And they worked!
I'll be here for the duration!

Chuck

 

[dreeves]

I can't wait till the parts start arriving myself. I'm not going anywhere. This have been a great experience and looking forward to showing the engine off at Cabin Fever in April.

Dave

 

[chucketn]

Back to fasteners for the build. Will a box of 2-56 x 1/2" be sufficient? I know 1/2" will work for the crank rod I made. I need to order a box as my local suppliers do not stock that size. What are you guy's using? Black, SS? I plan to build a tool/jig to chuck what ever size I get to cut off/turn to shorter lengths where needed. Do we need nuts also?

Chuck

 

[dreeves]

I plan on using ss hex head bolts on my project. I always buy long bolts and have block with several steps with tapped holes in it. I then dress them with a belt sander flush. When I remove them the tapped hole cleans the threads.

Dave

 

[chucketn]

Dave, what length will cover all sized needed? Big price jump from 1/2" to 3/4" per hundred. Found some on Amazon from Small parts.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B003R7JEFA/?tag=skimlinks_replacement-20

Chuck