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Model steam engine builds
In 2023 I built a Danni model steam engine using a small lathe & milling machine.
I have ongoing another Donatus and Stuart Beam build.
Existing steam-engine posts live under /category/steam-engine/.
Danni build diary
Posts · 13
- Feb 2023Danni build - February 26: First Assembly and Run
- Feb 2023Danni build - February 25: Steam chest and piston brazing
- Feb 2023Danni build - February 23: Base Staining and Fitting
- Feb 2023Danni build - February 20: Eccentric, Bushings, and Steam Chest Fitting
- Feb 2023Danni build - February 18: Steam Chest, Races, and Connecting Pieces
- Feb 2023Danni build - February 17: Steam Chest Start
- Feb 2023Danni build - February 16: Friction bearings and joints
- Feb 2023Danni build - February 15: Brazing the crankshaft
- Feb 2023Danni build - February 14: Starting to look like a steam engine
- Feb 2023Danni build - February 13: Milling the cylinder and making the endcaps
- Feb 2023Danni build - February 12: Turning the cylinder
- Feb 2023Danni build - February 11: Getting the frame together
- Feb 2023Danni build - February 10: Kit and preparation