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Marklin 4172/1 Hot Air Engine
« on: June 11, 2024, 10:58:34 am »
This was a recent acquisition; and it has been on my bucket list for a long time.

It is in immaculate condition.  The only thing I did was change out the two wicks and oiled everything.

I just love the look of this hot air engine!

Here is a YT Short that I posted today:

https://youtube.com/shorts/8auJfQ1XNQw?si=32zcUAYZP6FBTIkh

And here are a few pictures:

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Re: Marklin 4172/1 Hot Air Engine
« Reply #1 on: June 11, 2024, 02:22:07 pm »
Very nice and rare Märklin - congrats Charlie - I only have the electric version
it is more comfortable but less fun.
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Re: Marklin 4172/1 Hot Air Engine
« Reply #2 on: June 11, 2024, 04:49:00 pm »
Great looking and great runner!
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Re: Marklin 4172/1 Hot Air Engine
« Reply #3 on: June 11, 2024, 05:46:45 pm »
What a wonderful and rare piece you have there Charlie .... it is a treat just getting to see pictures, let alone videos of it running!

Thanks for sharing that special piece with us all!!!
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Re: Marklin 4172/1 Hot Air Engine
« Reply #4 on: June 11, 2024, 06:13:12 pm »
What an impressive engine that is Charlie!
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Re: Marklin 4172/1 Hot Air Engine
« Reply #5 on: June 11, 2024, 11:40:10 pm »
Nice addition Charlie 8)
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Re: Marklin 4172/1 Hot Air Engine
« Reply #6 on: June 12, 2024, 03:25:40 am »
Another nice and rare engine added to your collection....
Well done and congrats Charlie!!!
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Re: Marklin 4172/1 Hot Air Engine
« Reply #7 on: June 12, 2024, 05:12:21 am »
Very nice engine, good runner! Congratulations!
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Re: Marklin 4172/1 Hot Air Engine
« Reply #8 on: June 12, 2024, 08:25:08 am »

Thanks to everyone who commented on my thread.

I may wear this one out!

I ran it again this morning with my coffee. :)
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Re: Marklin 4172/1 Hot Air Engine
« Reply #9 on: June 12, 2024, 10:57:18 am »
It’s nice, for sure.  Charlie be sure to show me this one Friday.
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Re: Marklin 4172/1 Hot Air Engine
« Reply #10 on: June 12, 2024, 10:58:48 am »
Quote from: SteamAddict91 on June 12, 2024, 10:57:18 am
It’s nice, for sure.  Charlie be sure to show me this one Friday.

Will do Travis!
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Re: Marklin 4172/1 Hot Air Engine
« Reply #11 on: June 12, 2024, 01:19:59 pm »
Very cool, Charlie!

I used to have a horizontal Marklin hot air engine, but I traded it for a Jensen! Go figure. 🤣🤣
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Re: Marklin 4172/1 Hot Air Engine
« Reply #12 on: June 12, 2024, 02:05:11 pm »
Quote from: Junkologist on June 12, 2024, 01:19:59 pm
Very cool, Charlie!

I used to have a horizontal Marklin hot air engine, but I traded it for a Jensen! Go figure. 🤣🤣

I am sure you got a good trade.  :)
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