User:Dorkmo/Builds/SteamEngine

steam engine

building based on this sketchup model [1]

feel free to make comments in the discussion tab.

hardware

• ace hardware

• nylon parts for copper spool
• all thread rod

• grainger

• aluminum tube spacer
• made in usa pipe fittings

Engine Management System

Power Cube/Controller

progress

so far ive built a solenoid valve but i still need to test it. im slacking on that, theres a big air compressor i can use but its out in the country.

trying to figure out the final parts for piston and sleeve

have to match up all the diameters of everything

90% i like these parts:

outer sleeve: 4-1/2" 12 gauge tube

brass sleeve: 104mm ID

piston ring: 241 teflon o-ring 1/8" thick

outer piston: 4" 12 gauge tube w/ .078" cut for ring to sit in

top of piston: steel plate, not sure yet

11/31/11

thansfer page 1

thansfer page 2

made a pattern to tranfer punch where holes are to be drilled

[[2]]

there should end up being seven different sets. not sure if pages will be reusable after punching through?

need to put a ruler on the printouts so peeps can verify they printed to the right size.

12/1/11

spooled two more solenoids. need to get more nylon washers for #4.

need to find online retailer for nylon stuff

12/8/11

received most of the materials for the build.

going to do some preliminary stuff and then get ready to go to austin to meet up with thad.