Hi All.
Don`t post here as much as I should.
Somebody suggested this large engine could be from the USA. Any ideas as to what it is? It`s shown next to a stuart 504 for scale.
it is unusual Mike, I don't think I've seen one quite like that before.....anybody know what this might be ?
Looks like it might have a Muncaster flywheel, so I`ll have to dig my book out and see if its one of theirs.
I actually bought it for the boiler, but I do seem to have a knack for buying unidentified engines. Big though, it`ll be interesting to see what the bore and stroke are. Might even be bigger than my Stuart #9
Well, it does look cool.
I too have picked up several unidentified
engines. Must be because they were not
very expensive. I have a thread on this
site asking for ID with my engine. Too nice,
I think, to be a complete home design/cast/build.
As to the bore/stroke dimensions. The stroke
ought to be easy to measure. Then, you could
make a reasonable guess at the bore by measuring
the cylinder diameter and guessing the bore down
from there. I'd really like to know.
Good Luck,
Wayne
I have no idea on the maker.
I expect that it came from a casting kit.
It looks well made and is a nice size with the Stuart Boiler.
Have you steamed it yet?
Should have been here today but unfortunately it must be delayed by the virus 😟.
Should be tomorrow though 😁
Well it's arrived 😁
Unfortunately the boiler has an old ding but other than that it looks usable.
A bit more info on the engine to help with the ID...
1 1/4" bore and stroke
5 1/4" curved spoke flywheel.
Has casting number 50 under the base.
Oh and it's very heavy😁
More photos to follow but any ideas?
Hefty bore and stroke. Might be a steam eater.
Could be a powerful engine at the right pressure.
Try it on air first and put up a video.
Good Luck,
Wayne
Came across a photo of the Bruce engineering R&B has engine. There are similarities in the castings but the bore and stroke are double the size.
And a few more photos....