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Pair of Märklin 4112's
« on: March 11, 2019, 10:30:20 pm »
I would have to say after collecting many engines... Märklin is my favorite maker of steam toys and after the convertible, this is my second favorite engine design



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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #1 on: March 12, 2019, 06:32:52 am »
That’s quite a pair Nick!

And both running well.

I am now using Everclear for the fuel for my meths burners.
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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #2 on: March 12, 2019, 06:42:01 am »
They really are something Nick, what year are they from approx?
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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #3 on: March 12, 2019, 07:08:11 am »
Nick two very nice Marklin engines which both run lovely.
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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #4 on: March 12, 2019, 07:19:27 am »
Quote from: txlabman on March 12, 2019, 06:32:52 am
That’s quite a pair Nick!

And both running well.

I am now using Everclear for the fuel for my meths burners.

I just wish I didn't have to drive to WI for the good stuff... but the weak stuff works good enough in these larger burners.
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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #5 on: March 12, 2019, 07:24:30 am »
Quote from: Jim on March 12, 2019, 06:42:01 am
They really are something Nick, what year are they from approx?

I believe the little one is c1905 or earlier and the big one 1912-19

Quote from: steamfan on March 12, 2019, 07:08:11 am
Nick two very nice Marklin engines which both run lovely.

Thank you Kevin
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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #6 on: March 12, 2019, 05:54:57 pm »
Wonderful for their age, true delights.
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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #7 on: March 13, 2019, 04:33:30 pm »
A very nice pair Nick , you have some amazing engines.
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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #8 on: March 13, 2019, 07:51:30 pm »
I do quite like Marklin as well. They run well. :)
I know the next time I’m in WI, I’ll get Everclear as per your advice. Right now I use the “green” stove fuel but they add 1% acetate (finger nail polish remover?) which makes it less ideal.
I’ve been using alcohol gel lately but today for some reason with the chilly rain, the BTUs was down even though on dry colder days, seems hotter...
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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #9 on: March 17, 2019, 06:21:56 pm »
Yes, Nick. I love these 4112. I've , issued on a few bids, and am still not ready to pay the BIN on the ones on the bay.
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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #10 on: March 17, 2019, 06:32:03 pm »
Quote from: Dr.Rev.DelmarMacReady on March 17, 2019, 06:21:56 pm
Yes, Nick. I love these 4112. I've , issued on a few bids, and am still not ready to pay the BIN on the ones on the bay.

I do agree all the BIN's on ebay are on the high side and they've been listed for a LONG time
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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #11 on: March 17, 2019, 09:55:05 pm »
2 great vids Nick. The first one has a bony old crank rod that is just lovely. The governor and rocking slide valve-I really like that thing. Nice camera work too.
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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #12 on: March 23, 2019, 10:02:37 am »
Nice stuff!
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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #13 on: March 23, 2019, 11:04:38 am »
Thanks  ;D
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Re: Pair of Märklin 4112's
« Reply #14 on: March 25, 2019, 01:34:18 am »
Great videos and thaMärklin 4112/2 has a funny whistle.
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