[SEL] Is't true? Now something to look at

[Jeff Allen]

WOW doesn't even begin to describe this model. Without your description one 
would not know it is not a full size engine. No size reference in the 
pictures, and great photography. Now that Steve has throwed this topic out 
here, let's keep it alive. Nuff on cell phones and gas prices for me.

I have been in contact with Reg regarding models, and it was off list. He 
gave me some great advice, but this topic really could be covered here. I 
think many have considered models, and I am one that has. Many questions 
though for those like me that have never built one.

I know some have great machine shops and can make pistons and such for full 
size engines. That's way out of my budget, and I don't have room for such an 
operation. How about models?

What does it take to make one. What size lathe, swing, etc. Will the 
combination lathe/mill in the GEM adds work for most of us. It could fit in 
my budget and workshop. Who make the best model castings/kits? Let er rip 
boys and girls!

Jeff Allen
PS been busy helping one of ours start his web site. I'll let him announce 
when ready.
PPS been busy shopping, wrapping, sending cards and such

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Steve Gray" <segray at mlode.com>
To: "The SEL email discussion list" <sel at lists.stationary-engine.com>
Sent: Sunday, December 12, 2004 12:01 AM
Subject: Was: [SEL] Is't true? Now something to look at


> Hi All -
>
> Well, if the SEL is too quiet, I'll try to throw something here of 
> interest into the pot for (sort of) a change of scenery. After close to 
> 1000 hours of work, I've finished the Mery model. Just need a stand for it 
> now, a LOT of paint touch up and maybe a small added accessory later on. 
> Some rough pictures are at:
>
> http://www.oldengineshed.com/snapshot/
>
> To give you an idea of it's size, a majority of the bolt heads are 5/32" 
> and the piping is either 3/16", 1/4". The intake manifold is 5/16", the 
> spark plug threads are 1/4-32. A lot of work, but a lot of fun! Enjoy....
>
> - Steve
>
> -- 
> Steve Gray
> Member EDGE & TA, Br. 49 & 13
> Sonora, California USA
> e-mail:   segray at mlode.com
> Home page:   http://www.oldengineshed.com
>
>
>
> John Hammink wrote:
>
>>Is't true that the SEL is almost dead?
>>
>>John Hammink
>>Anna Paulowna, Netherlands.
>>jg.hammink at quicknet.nl
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