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Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: Nick on March 26, 2019, 10:18:26 am: Quote from: RedRyder on March 26, 2019, 06:24:43 am
I use grain alcohol myself.
I like Everclear and Graves. Both are 95% (190 proof) and they burn so clean. Won't stink up the house or sting your eyes.
In CT we buy it any any liquor store.

In Vermont, some some stores didn't carry it and those who did made us sign for it.

Gil

We can only get 151 proof in MN, but it actually works better in these large Märklin burners that put out too big of a flame and would otherwise need to be watered down. Luckily WI is just a few minutes away from the twin cities, so not a long journey when I need "the good stuff" :D
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: RedRyder on March 26, 2019, 06:24:43 am: Quote from: CBWho on March 13, 2019, 07:51:30 pm
I do quite like Marklin as well. They run well. :)
I know the next time I’m in WI, I’ll get Everclear as per your advice. Right now I use the “green” stove fuel but they add 1% acetate (finger nail polish remover?) which makes it less ideal.
I’ve been using alcohol gel lately but today for some reason with the chilly rain, the BTUs was down even though on dry colder days, seems hotter...

I use grain alcohol myself.
I like Everclear and Graves. Both are 95% (190 proof) and they burn so clean. Won't stink up the house or sting your eyes.
In CT we buy it any any liquor store.

In Vermont, some some stores didn't carry it and those who did made us sign for it.

Gil
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: RedRyder on March 26, 2019, 06:18:38 am: They sure look and run great!!!
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: Mi Steam on March 25, 2019, 01:34:18 am: Great videos and thaMärklin 4112/2 has a funny whistle.
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: Nick on March 23, 2019, 11:04:38 am: Thanks ;D
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: Gearhead Jed on March 23, 2019, 10:02:37 am: Nice stuff!
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: Steamandoil (Tim) on March 17, 2019, 09:55:05 pm: 2 great vids Nick. The first one has a bony old crank rod that is just lovely. The governor and rocking slide valve-I really like that thing. Nice camera work too.
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: Nick on March 17, 2019, 06:32:03 pm: Quote from: Dr.Rev.DelmarMacReady on March 17, 2019, 06:21:56 pm
Yes, Nick. I love these 4112. I've , issued on a few bids, and am still not ready to pay the BIN on the ones on the bay.

I do agree all the BIN's on ebay are on the high side and they've been listed for a LONG time
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: Dr.Rev.DelmarMacReady on March 17, 2019, 06:21:56 pm: Yes, Nick. I love these 4112. I've , issued on a few bids, and am still not ready to pay the BIN on the ones on the bay.
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: SeeSteam on March 13, 2019, 07:51:30 pm: I do quite like Marklin as well. They run well. :)
I know the next time I’m in WI, I’ll get Everclear as per your advice. Right now I use the “green” stove fuel but they add 1% acetate (finger nail polish remover?) which makes it less ideal.
I’ve been using alcohol gel lately but today for some reason with the chilly rain, the BTUs was down even though on dry colder days, seems hotter...
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: St Paul Steam on March 13, 2019, 04:33:30 pm: A very nice pair Nick , you have some amazing engines.
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: Jim on March 12, 2019, 05:54:57 pm: Wonderful for their age, true delights.
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: Nick on March 12, 2019, 07:24:30 am: Quote from: Jim on March 12, 2019, 06:42:01 am
They really are something Nick, what year are they from approx?

I believe the little one is c1905 or earlier and the big one 1912-19

Quote from: steamfan on March 12, 2019, 07:08:11 am
Nick two very nice Marklin engines which both run lovely.

Thank you Kevin
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: Nick on March 12, 2019, 07:19:27 am: Quote from: txlabman on March 12, 2019, 06:32:52 am
That’s quite a pair Nick!

And both running well.

I am now using Everclear for the fuel for my meths burners.

I just wish I didn't have to drive to WI for the good stuff... but the weak stuff works good enough in these larger burners.
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: Kevin68 on March 12, 2019, 07:08:11 am: Nick two very nice Marklin engines which both run lovely.
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: Jim on March 12, 2019, 06:42:01 am: They really are something Nick, what year are they from approx?
Title: Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: txlabman on March 12, 2019, 06:32:52 am: That’s quite a pair Nick!

And both running well.

I am now using Everclear for the fuel for my meths burners.
Title: Pair of Märklin 4112's
Post by: Nick on March 11, 2019, 10:30:20 pm: I would have to say after collecting many engines... Märklin is my favorite maker of steam toys and after the convertible, this is my second favorite engine design

https://youtu.be/4Ef2h2KcSjE

https://youtu.be/STGJuYVb86Q