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

Bummer, I have a early Weeden Big Giant, likely pre-1923 (as I found a ad for 1923 that says improved brass tank for this engine) and it was very rusted - to the point it had 4 pinholes.  Though I think it would be hard pressed to find any 100 year old steel tank that isn't rusted. I don't use tap but purified and distilled water mix.  Then l drain while its still hot-ish.  I haven't had the balls to heat up whilst empty.

For the English CC, perhaps this little video will help?