This is a friction brake that I came up with. Turning the knob left or right increases or decreases the friction on the shaft, very simple and its very effective to put a load on an engine and of course fun to use 
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That friction-brake is a great accessorie, Jim !!!
Great functionality and looks great.
If you would make one on order, I would love to have one in my Collection !!!