Office of Steam Forum for Model & Toy Steam Gas & Hot Air Engines

  The good news is that I was able to free up the throttle, whistle,
drain, and water-fill cocks without breaking anything.  That is thanks
to WD-40, PB Blaster, a dremel, and patience, patience, patience.  The
engine runs well as in the video. 



  I now want to see if I can get the water ram to work.  I can venture
guesses, but would prefer an explanation of how it works.  Does the
water go into the tiny nipple underneath (as a first question)?  A good
video showing another 364 running or any other similar setup would be
appreciated. 

Thanks,
Wayne

Charlie...thanks for the video.

I hooked mine up in similar fashion and the result
was as follows.  At least the path from the ram pump
to the boiler cock into the boiler is clear.  I was
able to remove the fitting on the bottom and a small
ball bearing appeared (check valve?) but no spring
where one belonged.  I think the ram can pump, but
without the spring for the check valve no chance.
Now, I'm on the hunt for a tiny spring.  I know it
has to fit but how long should it be?  Maybe someone
has a spare or a go-to dealer for teensy tiny springs.
Anyway, a cool engine that I'm coaxing into shape!

Wayne

No $%^&.  Today?  A video today? 
Somebody up there likes me.
I hope they like the engine, too.

I'll look at it now,
Wayne