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I've had this engine many years and it is my steam show stalwart having appeared at many shows throughout the UK. I realised i haven't really shown it on here before:
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The Wilesco D16 is my favourite amongst their stationary engine range since i feel it has a good balance of size combined with being pretty powerful and a decent steam capacity. It has the bigger cylinder and nice cast rods and main bearings too!
I thought i'd draw attention to a few modifications i made from the stock engine to enable it to run all day at shows, two of these modifications were made by two very talented engineers, you know who you are!
Probably the most quintessential modification is the Forest classic's BIX gas burner, i run mine off a large disposable gas can which easily lasts all day:
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The second modification to enable all day running is a water top up valve to keep the boiler topped up with feedwater using a modified spray bottle, this was a standard mamod loco part that i got an adapter made to fit the bush normally accommodated by the whistle:
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The last modification is the most recent which is one of David's (Vpro) fabulous oil cups. As soon as i saw these on the forum, i knew it was the perfect fit for my D16 and will cut down on oiling the engine frequently. I highly recommend these for any Wilesco engine as when combined with a thick grade steam oil like 680, it lasts very well during a run and makes the engine run much quieter:
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The beauty of all of these modifications are that they are very easy to reverse and turn the engine back to a stock factory one should i ever part with it.
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Very nice mods Philip! The D16 is also my "Workhorse" or "dedicated accessory tester". I also use a gas burner, but would like to copy your other mods very soon!
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The D16 is a very capable engine, i'm really happy with all the mods on mine which work really well together.
Glad i've inspired you Nick!
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Philip, that is a well appointed D16, I can see how it's a favorite of yours and the mods only make it better still. Good one!
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Very nice Philip.
Excellent modifications for all day running.
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That’s a nice engine. I wish I had my best Jensen #75 modded like your Wilesco. All day running is right up my alley! I am on gas but really like the oil cup and fill valve on yours. A video would be nice too!
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Some nice mods Philip.
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The D16 is a very capable engine, i'm really happy with all the mods on mine which work really well together.
Glad i've inspired you Nick!
I might need your help on a link to the top up valve, maker of the adapter and which size oiler I need
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I also like the Wilesco D16 as the very best mid-sized engine in their stable. You have done an exceptional job of accoutrementing (apparently not a word, but you know what I mean) that steam plant for serious operation there Philip!
The fitting for using a spray bottle to top up a boiler under pressure is referred to as a Goodall Valve in live steam locomotive circles, and is a very basic device that is set up much simpler than what is referred to as a clack valve.
The Train Department is a good source of Goodall Valves on this side of the pond, but getting one to match the Wilesco or other threads may be the tricky part.
https://www.thetraindepartment.com/live-steam-parts-accessories/goodall-valves/ -
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Quote from: Nick
I might need your help on a link to the top up valve, maker of the adapter and which size oiler I need
Nick, PM Sent.
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Thanks for all the kind words guys!
Very pleased how this has all come together, i'll try and do a video of it running soon.
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