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Here is a photo of my #75 by Jensen.    Only modifications I've done is change the boiler strap rivets into screws. Makes it easier for boiler and firebox cleaning.   I've also taken regular air tubing from a fish tank and used that on the exhaust and thread it under the unit itself into a small plastic cup that is on Velcro.  I've also installed a tool tray next to the ladder. It's hard to see but I keep the whistle there, the safety valve, and a screw driver, along with belts for the Faux Governor and Generator.   Along with that, I'm using a BIX burner for this model.  Installed that in a permanent arrangement in the firebox.   Routed the copper gas line to the rear of the firebox and the tank sits on the plywood with ease and no issues.    I can fully put this model on a shelf and whip it out with ease when wanting a Mechanical fix.

I plan on doing this with more engines I obtain.  I am currently saving up for a #55 and a #20G.

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Quick and easy access to steam power with that set-up.

Looks like a whole lot of fun from here!

Jensen #75's are the best bang for the buck imho, very good starting place & your tricking this one out very well. That bix burner will suit your needs for a bevy of future steam plants 😉🙂

The BIX was a good investment.   It runs much more "smooth" and "consistent" throughout the boiler run.  I don't have to keep refueling it and deal with stinky esbit tablets or ethyl alcohol soot.  Stays cleaner, runs better.

I can't wait to mess with a #55 in the coming weeks.  Dual-piston engine on a cast iron base will be really wicked.  Plus, a larger boiler, I assume.

Yep, the Jensen 55 has a bit larger boiler than the 75, and is about an order of magnitude more machine too.

I've never gotten much soot out of denatured alcohol unless I let it burn down to where the wick is smoldering.

Grain Alcohol from the Liquor Store is my fuel of choice.

Quote from: Stoker on January 30, 2024, 02:33:45 pm

Yep, the Jensen 55 has a bit larger boiler than the 75, and is about an order of magnitude more machine too.

I've never gotten much soot out of denatured alcohol unless I let it burn down to where the wick is smoldering.

Grain Alcohol from the Liquor Store is my fuel of choice.

That's the best, but you can't get it in Kaliphony ..... they water it down to about 150 proof or less, then charge an arm & a leg & a few other body parts for it! Denatured is the best I can get that is "strong" enough and doesn't smell too bad, though still best for steaming (or Stirling) outside if my Lady is home.