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The Regular Stuff: Chat, Buy, Sell, Off Topic, etc. => General Discussion - Model & Toy Steam Engines – Stirling Cycle – Flame Lickers – Small Antique Originals => Topic started by: 34046 on June 29, 2019, 12:23:38 pm

Title: Re: Advlce please on how to proceed
Post by: 34046 on July 01, 2019, 04:27:03 am

Thanks reply.

Having had a good look at it and sourcing parts, etc, I have decided to stick with my new builds as opposed to restorations.

For certain another member will appreciate  it.

Thanks

Stuart

Title: Re: Advlce please on how to proceed
Post by: SeeSteam on June 30, 2019, 04:54:05 am

Looks like you are only missing the weight. I think it's supposed to be 25 grams. You could probably make one with fishing weights but you can find replacements on eBay. Or so as I did... I just bought off eBay the spring type pressure valve. Yours probably takes the earlier threads (Interestingly, I have the weight but not the lever.)

Make sure you don't use hot water to clean the paint. Too much hot water or too much dishsoap will lift the paint. I recommend a little soap and a dishrag and lukewarm water to clean. Then clean rinse. I use a little bit of mineral oil on a dry rag to protect any rusty parts.

Title: Advlce please on how to proceed
Post by: 34046 on June 29, 2019, 12:23:38 pm

Advice please as how to proceed as given this today and not done any restoration work before ?

Not sure which button to choose for uploading pictures - all new to me so I used end of post expandable thumb nail but looks a bit small ?

Says WILESCO on label. Damage to the top platform bit on left hand side.