Member postings for Ian Usmar

I have an Oxy-Propane torch and was wondering if there is a correct hose size for it, my local supplier list two sizes 6mm and 10mm the 6mm states only Oxygen or Acetylene whilst the 10mm includes Propane, Oxygen and Acetylene.

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So the question on the engine is that its one my grandfather made ( Many years ago) I believe its similiar to a Stuart 10V, the fact is that my late uncle was going to try and make them from something clear as an executive toy means its in bits and needs to be re assembled but I will need something to run it. I noticed another thread that someone used the steam cleaner !!

Your thoughts Gentlemen.

So I have been watching some You tube videos that show people testing model steam engines using compressed air, I have found one called a "Clarke Jumbo Compressor" which seem to not have any resevior / tank. Would this be able to power the engines or do I need a certain PSI to run the engines?

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Uzzy

Its ok I have actually found my copy of the book.

Does anyone have a copy of "Uncle Dave Gingerys Shop Notebook"

I seem to have mis laid my copy. I am after the contruction details for the work bench that he builds within the covers of this dear little book.

King Regards

So at present I have a consumer unit in my workshop / garage but it is in the totally wrong location and also needs updating. I have a quick question if I move it can I just run some temporary cable from the new unit to a junction box connecting to the current wiring whilst I sort out some other issues, I need power as there is a fridge freezer that need to stay plugged in ?

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Thanks for this I have also found under the Axminster website DOH

HELP !

I am looking for an article on the above by a lady called Jenny back in Dec 2018 I found it yesterday but seen to have completely lost it today so after spending 20 mins searching I resorted to all your fonts of knowledge.

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Ian

So I have installed the SX2 into my workshop and tried it

and it appears to work ! However seems a bit sluggish to

work. Is that as it should be? If not any suggestions ??

So stupid question but the system has 3 fuses, 1 in mains plug, 1 in control box and one on the PCB surely they are there to protect the system ?? I think the one in my control box has blown so off latter to get a couple more. I will need to strip out to find other fuse size ?

What does the addition fuse is the control box cover ? Does anyone know.

So I collected the mill. The issue was or is the speed controller ? He has purchased a new

one with same result ? Could it be an iffy one ? Also trying to find out where he purchased

the new one should not make a difference but who knows ?
Any other ideas would be welcome !

What is the DIN type connector for ?

Yes it was the one but as nearly 4 figure price new I thought I would risk it even with a new PCB it will be about half price, Fingers crossed not PCB

So foolishly I have purchased a SX2 Mill supposedly with electrical issues? Can anyone tell me where and how I get to the extra fuse that is shown on the wiring diagram in the manual. Its shown as a 5amp it looks like it goes into the control box ?

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Does anyone know if "Karens Replicator" will work on the Mac ?

Right so can anyone enlighten me the bar on top with the press button which enables the bade to be lifted goes to nothing could someone tell me where it connects too , am I missing parts? Aslo what size pin to hold front jaw of vice. I will uPload a photo tomorrow

Looks similar to the one I have just bought I say something regarding damper oil for these machines but cannot find it again can anyone help. BTW I paid £75

I have managed to find a Kennedy Hacksaw but it seems to be missing the cover over the Drive Pulley and Motor, Does anyone know where I might get one or is it a case of fabricating one, Any dimensions / Drawings would be appreciated.

Is there anyone on here who is an expert in Pulse Jet Carbs ?