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My first model steam Engine.
« on: April 30, 2026, 03:15:02 am »
Hello, I am new to the world of model steam engines. I recently purchased an old Wilesco D5 off of eBay. It was sold untested and was told the cylinder and flywheel rotate freely, I am curious to know proper steps in getting this machine “Up and Running”. Any advice and or information about this steam engine I have purchased would be greatly appreciated, Thank you.
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Re: My first model steam Engine.
« Reply #1 on: April 30, 2026, 09:46:28 am »
That happens to be my 1st steam engine 2 I think I got it when I was 8 or 9 years old my second steam engine Was the mammoth pickup the green version I'm 62 years old now.
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Re: My first model steam Engine.
« Reply #2 on: April 30, 2026, 09:49:48 am »
You want to lubricate all the moving points make sure all your fittings are tight and you wanna fill the boiler just past the halfway mark with water. I fire mine with esbit tablets.
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Re: My first model steam Engine.
« Reply #3 on: April 30, 2026, 11:05:18 am »
Nice engine...clean, and it even has a throttle!

My two cents....Distilled water only!
You must avoid the lime-scale.

Good luck....running video, please

Thrashing with an Empire B35 right now,
Wayne
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