New member in north east

Hi all

I'm just introducing myself I'm looking to start on a big project soon 4" traction engine or similar I'm sure I will find loads of good advice on this forum

I am a mechanical engineer by trade and use alot of Cad mainly solidworks so I hope I can offer some knowledge in that sector

Thanks Kris

Hi Kris welcome to the forum. I'm not a steam person but always amazes me on the amount of work needed to make a traction engine. What machinery do you have as it helps when you hsve a query etc.

David

Welcome Kris.

Where about's in the NE are you located.

George.

Welcome Kris.

Steve.

Welcome to the forum. I was in the north east over the last few days retrieving my glider; could have dropped in for a chat.

Andrew

Hello Kris and welcome.

Brian

Welcome to the forum Kris,

Neil

Welcome

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Thanks for the warm welcome guys.

I'm near hartlepool but other side of the A19

I've got a warco gearhead lathe and mill so prett

y well kitted out and I've got access to bigger gear at work if I need it.

I'm looking forward to getting started on the traction engine ive got a few othe projects to finish first. Looking at part built options at the moment the main bit I'm planning on "Subbing out" it the boilder even tho I work at the place that produces the pipe that the boiler will probably be made from.. but I think easiest way to get a certificate is to go to a specialist

Let me know if anyone dissagrees with the above I'm in no rush so anything's possible.

Kris