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Crocadillopig	14/07/2011 00:04:38
30 forum posts 4 photos	Hi All Whilst browsing the Reeves 2000 website I spotted this engine which I think would make an unusual and attractive Project to start when I finally finish My Stuart Triple. I have already purchased the plans but what I really want to know is if anyone has previously attempted it before and are there any pitfalls. I must admit the Stuart has stretched me but I have got to the slide valve stage and on completion can start the process of assembly and timing. This was done with the aid of build notes from articles in old copies of M.E. and I will hopefully finish it this summer. Are there any such notes on the Consort or do I take a Leap into the Unknown? Regards Russ
Tony Martyr	04/10/2011 21:31:38
226 forum posts 45 photos	Russ Looks like you're leaping! I am considering a more conventional TE engine as I am just finishing my first (and only) 31/2" loco (William). I built a Mastiff 4 cylinder CI engine some years ago and learnt the importance in knowing the critical dimensions from those that were not critical to the alignment of the various entablature parts, something the drawing didn't make clear. Good luck in your endevours Tony
Stub Mandrel	07/10/2011 21:46:42
4318 forum posts 291 photos 1 articles	If you can make a Stuart Triple then surely you have little left to fear? Neil
Crocadillopig	08/10/2011 15:19:40
30 forum posts 4 photos	Tony/Neil Thanks for the replies chaps, I have just purchased a set of castings for the Consort from Reeves 2000, taking advantage of their 10% discount offer, all I have to do now is a 350 mile round trip (groan) to pick them up from Leamington Spa model exhibition. The drawings are rather poor and incorporate other engines using compatible parts I therefore intend to re-draw the relevant parts to reduce confusion and also highlight any shortcomings. Whilst I am confident my mechanical skills with my trusty ML10 and Warco VM16 will carry me through I have no knowledge of this type of HP/IP cylinder and valve arrangement, and as Tony says, which are the critical dimensions and their alignment, therefore, although I do have a cunning plan using my mill and DRO I don't want to start hacking metal until I've covered all eventuallities hence my request for information from the knowledgeable. As for my "Stuart" Neil unfortunately it has suffered at the expense of the Rugby World Cup (just watched them lose), Grand Prix ,Holidays, Beer festivals etc but it is closer to completion so thanks for the encouragement. Russ
Stub Mandrel	08/10/2011 19:10:49
4318 forum posts 291 photos 1 articles	> Neil unfortunately it has suffered at the expense of the Rugby World Cup (just watched them lose) How strange, I could swear we got through top the semis. Boyo Neil.
Crocadillopig	08/10/2011 23:12:37
30 forum posts 4 photos	>How strange, I could swear we got through top the semis. Boyo < I just knew I shouldn't have written that !! Russ
10ba12ba	27/09/2017 13:00:40
50 forum posts 24 photos	Hello Russ, did you have a go at this engine? I have the drawings, which are errrrm "interesting" John.

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