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Builds, Repairs, Show Your Machines! => Collections & Pictures => Topic started by: Swift Fox on July 26, 2019, 10:17:07 am
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Another nice improvement 8)
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Looks like it even has a little traction grip texture inside the beltway, is that true Philip?
Yes it does have grip inside, it is a Wilesco pulley which David opened up so it would fit on the driveshaft which i felt was the most economical way to do it.
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Looks like it even has a little traction grip texture inside the beltway, is that true Philip?
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Now has a pulley thanks to David (vpro) so i can make it do some work! ;D
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I suspect it will do far better than that too, given more run time!
Nice engine, and I just love all that brass and bronze showing naked.
I agree Daniel, that has certainly been the case with the Pevensey!
Yes i also love the bare look and it will develop a nice patina over time. I've certainly been very happy with my two MSM products and hope to add more to the collection in the near future. ;)
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I suspect it will do far better than that too, given more run time!
Nice engine, and I just love all that brass and bronze showing naked.
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Philip, what more could a guy ask...that is a fine runner and looks to be built exceptionally well.
Along with being fantastic value for the money! ;D
I'm very happy with it Rog, although it has taken a bit of running in. I believe these engines are really designed to run on around 30 or 40PSI but i've managed to get it ticking over on just less than 20PSI. ;)
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Philip, what more could a guy ask...that is a fine runner and looks to be built exceptionally well.
Rog
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Nice runner Philip 8)
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That is certainly a very willing performer you have there Philip.
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Here is a video of the Tyne running under live steam:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nNV6NGXbz9U
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That plinth looks very nice :)
The brass slot screws finish it off.
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Here is the Tyne mounted on it's new English Oak plinth:
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I've ran it on steam for the first time and i can confirm what others have said of this engine, it is incontinent!! :o
I've also found it needs a lot of steam to run, hopefully this will get better as it gets ran in!
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/4049-3-Vertical-Boiler-Clyde-2-Cylinder-Steam-Plant-Kit-Assembled/283565465398?hash=item4205d19f36:g:gYUAAOSwb91dQLpz
Funny thing, after seeing your MSM engine, and looking on their website at all they have to offer, i saw this Plant on ebay. It seems like a good deal, since a new one costs $1100 plus shipping to the US for me!
That doesn't look too bad Doug, the Clyde is basically the twin version of the Tyne as it uses the same cylinder. I had also heard MSM might also be working on a v-twin version of the Tyne.
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I want one! ;D
Very nice little engine Philip 8)
Thanks Nick, i think one would go very well with your Pevensey engine. ;)
They are great value for the money. ;D
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Looks to be a nice set-up and about half price to boot!
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Funny thing, after seeing your MSM engine, and looking on their website at all they have to offer, i saw this Plant on ebay. It seems like a good deal, since a new one costs $1100 plus shipping to the US for me!
crazydoug
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I want one! ;D
Very nice little engine Philip 8)
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Philip, that looks to be a very solid, well made engine...I too like the idea of brass/bronze vs. iron castings for the rust avoidance along. I must also say your photos are really well done, crisp and nicely posed...even the grass one!
Bronze is certainly preferable to cast iron, i'm very happy with the engine Rog and i'm looking forward to running it on steam. I've heard they do take a bit of running in and run quite wet initially so we will see. Glad you like the photos, i wanted good closeups so you could see the quality of the castings and machining.
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A quality looking engine for sure. I have a stuart ST, and i must say i like the looks of your engine much better.
Doug i also have an ST engine and i like both as my ST is very nicely made, but i think the castings are a lot finer on the MSM engine. However i think if you were buying new then the Tyne is a no-brainer due to the price and it even comes with a lubricator, something you'd have to buy extra with the ST engine. ::)
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Philip, that looks to be a very solid, well made engine...I too like the idea of brass/bronze vs. iron castings for the rust avoidance along. I must also say your photos are really well done, crisp and nicely posed...even the grass one!
Rog
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A quality looking engine for sure. I have a stuart ST, and i must say i like the looks of your engine much better.
crazydoug
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Fantastic Philip, the MSM range is terrific and priced well. The packaging is terrific and its great to not have the worry of cast iron castings rusting.
You're on a slippery slope now and I'm sure you'll be adding more MSM engines to your steam stable :)
Thanks Jim, yes i know that as i've just ordered a reversing Pevensey engine to keep the Tyne company!!! :o
I think the fact they use Gunmetal for the castings is a huge plus over Stuart's iron based offerings, especially for those that like running on live steam.
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Fantastic Philip, the MSM range is terrific and priced well. The packaging is terrific and its great to not have the worry of cast iron castings rusting.
You're on a slippery slope now and I'm sure you'll be adding more MSM engines to your steam stable :)
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Couple more photos including the obligatory grass shot! ;) :D
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This looks like a quality kit. I think it would be great for a steam boat.
It is very nicely made Charlie, most of MSM's range is geared for the marine market. However my engine will be staying on dry land. ;)
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The one engine of theirs that I have, a Pevensey, is truly a cracker and was quite a bargain as well I think.
MSM rather reminds me of the Australian version of PM Research for cost / quality comparison.
I never knew you had one Daniel! :o The Pevensey is the next engine on my list to get. ;)
I agree with comparing PMR with MSM, both companies offer very reasonable engines without sacrificing on quality.
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This looks like a quality kit. I think it would be great for a steam boat.
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Shades of a Stuart ST ... but yes, MSM offers top quality for reasonable prices. The one engine of theirs that I have, a Pevensey, is truly a cracker and was quite a bargain as well I think.
MSM rather reminds me of the Australian version of PM Research for cost / quality comparison.
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Been wanting to get an MSM engine for some time and i decided to test the water with buying one of their entry level models. It took ten days to get here which isn't bad going from down under, and i have to say i'm really impressed by the quality of the castings and material. Since this was a self assembly kit, i was expecting to do more work but the bulk of the engine comes ready assembled. I'm waiting for a wood base to mount it on before i give it a proper running in on steam, so watch this space for a video!
I have to say for the price and even with the additional customs charges, this engine is still far cheaper than another similar engine from an established maker here in the UK! :o :o
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The well packed kit as it came:
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