I really enjoyed seeing the craftsmanship you put into building your engine there are fewer and fewer people these that can do that kind of machine work reminds me of working with my grandfather and how sharp of a mechanic he is thanks.
Some days my recommended gives me some really cool stuff. Today is one such say. Excellent workmanship, sir! I am quite impressed with your workmanship.
Years later, will always be cool. Love small working engines and would love to have something like this. Could have them all on run stands and be completely happy playing with them on the weekends. Don't even have to put them in anything, just fun on their own. Working art.
@@claytoncollins2212 No worries, when they are this old I don't much expect anyone to pay attention except for someone taking a look after me. When it is something that I appreciate and right up my alley it is worth it to me and others with similar interest. If it made it into a plane I'm not sure it would be any more fun. A Moki would be cool to me now, just love the way these little radials sound. Something else around now that wasn't back then and a little cheaper than some of these little radials is the new Toyan V8. they were on sale not to long ago for $1300. Another thousand for run kit and supercharger. They too sound amazing with ok Chinese quality but have to convince myself that a 3hp 28cc V8 motor is worth the expense for the cool factor and my occasional smile. Even tho hobbies bring happiness I have to be a little responsible to keep my house from falling apart around me. lol
@@plap. The Toyan engines are really cool but for me machining has not been just my career it's my passion. To me taking bar stock and machining it into something is very satisfying and that's where the fun is. And with larger projects that take a long time to complete the cost is spread out over the length of project. I am currently machining a Stuart Oilfield Pump (pump Jack). The castings and drawings came from England and the drawings are a little challenging with errors and all the dimensions are in fractions. But all in all still a lot of fun.
@@claytoncollins2212Your next one sounds fun. I agree, I have the mind and the love just not the equipment. To do it from scratch, that would really raise the price for me. I must settle on assembling a pre made parts kit. You think building off old plans is tough, try building a kit from Chinese instructions translated to English after translation to three other languages first. lol 😅
+rbagel55 Hi +rbagel55, It took me about 4 years to machine all the parts and assemble the engine. I wasn't working on it all the time. i would go a couple of months at a time without working on it. I was quiet surprised when it started on the first try without having to modify or fix something. Thanks for your comments.
Thanks Mike, the radial was a lot of fun building. I have plans to begin machining a V8 this year but with all my other projects i'll have to that goes.
I have these Barron plans for a 1/4 scale Curtiss Goshawk and in the real world will probably have to go electric. But I'm drooling here looking at your engine. It's the just right size and sound and 32" is the scale prop! Multiples of 5 stars to you. What an engine!
+BelgianBush Rc Hi, I don't know if I'm a genius. It does help that I'm a machinist. I'm glad you liked my engine. I hope to start work on a scale V8 this year. It should be a lot of fun.
Oil in the lower cylinders can be a problem. Before I start the engine I pull the lower spark plugs and drain any oil that has collected in them. When I start the engine the lower cylinders smoke a little but only for 10 or 15 seconds. Like the full scale version, when the engine is sitting oil leaks through open valves so I put a small drip pan under it. I'm glad you liked the 9 cylinder. I hope to start a new project soon, V8 or Jet engine.
And this is why I like CNC's the multiple parts and running a Mori-Seiki Seiko NT 9 axis so you have one set up. I can see the detail and numerous set ups and fixtures. kudos.
Hi Kieth, I have CNC's but chose to do all the machining on manuals. Where's the fun in letting the CNC's make the parts. I'm glad you liked my engine.
Did that in high school, and later on building injection molds. Yep it's fun, but time consuming, and having worked in mfg for so long, I do the manual work next to the CNC's doing the repetitive, running both machines.
That is an awesome engine. The engine sound and prop wash sound full size. Definitely want to see that in the nose of a rc airplane. Biplane, warbird or single engine float plane would be AWESOME!
fricken awesome ..... And I say that because it looks like you did it the old school way. Had it been done on CNC's it would not be impressive in the least bit. Keep up the good work my friend.
Well Michael McDonald look-alike, I've had my plans and casting for a year now scared outa my mind to start machining!! But I think it's about time to jump into the fire.... Love your set up and tank... Best of luck
I bow in awe of your craftsmanship! That is a masterpiece. I personally prefer inline water cooled but this is just ART and a testament to the skill of the builder! A pair of those on a 1/2 scale classic flyable airplane would be absolutely wicked. I think a Mini Lockheed Electric would be beyond cool with a pair of these. A 1/4 scale B-29 with four twin bank versions of this engine would be absolutely stunning. Even a Baby B-17 would still be so worthy. Then again there is one more thing this engine would be absolutely a hoot in... an Ultralight. It probably would yank the wings off a regular one though.
+KingOfAllAnimals Hi King, Thank you for your kind words. My father flue B-17's, B-24's, B29's and then B-47's and EB-66's said the same thing, that is should build a multi engine bomber to really show off engines ( I would have to build another engine). There's nothing wrong with water cooled engines. I plan to start machining a mini V8 this year if my other projects don't get in the way.
CLAYTON I wanted to build a fully flyable (as in my butt parked in the pilot seat) 1/4 scale B-29 using 4 aluminum Chevy 454cid engines using the radiators to cover the engines like the radial engines (I know this would have been cheating the build not using Radial Engines BUT radials do have extra work needed to prep for takeoff like removing the bottom spark plugs to drain oil out of then before start up. I wanted a more, "jump in it, flip the switches and off I go," unlike the start up procedures one had to go through with old war birds. I love old aircraft and this is such a tribute to engineering. Anyone who can build an engine from scratch like this has very mighty Engineering Kung Fu. I bow in respect to your skills. I am kind of surprised your father was able to transition from Prop to Jet in his career. I know not all pilots were given the chance to make the transition during their careers. I knew someone who used to load nukes onto B-47s in Okinawa. Even he had a lot of repsect for that jet. It must have been an incredible experience for your father to go from the B-29 to the B-47 because of the change of technology and the boosted performance.
I love projects like this. Plus the size of this radial engine just makes me want to put it into a scale model rp plane that used that kind of Radial engine and see if it will fly
Howdy friend, Plans are available, see video description for link.They have plans for 9,14,18 cylinder and also an BR-2 Bentley Rotary.The plans also include machining operation sheets and drawings for fixtures needed for machining and assembling each engine.
i cant find the link for the plans. and those people making fun of you are behaving like little mocking children with absolutely no integrity. nice job, i definately want the plans. i will be doing it on my cnc lathe and cnc mill. its gonna be exciting!
I'd love to have a model radial engine that runs on gas. I use ro do rc planes but at 82 I don't go anywhere any.ore. your engine is 1000 times beautiful. I'm so Jealous
Hi, I believe I'm in the process of building the same engine, from the looks of the plans and casting. I've got the crankcase done, except the cams, not milled, but all done except lobes. I've got 11 cylinders, I'm junking two heads, because I just found 1/4-32 plugs, and only had one really good head, I'll keep it, but make nine for the smaller plugs. I noted you've got inserts, and your ignition is clean, clear, right on. I admire your set up, the station for the engine, and the support, fuel, oil tank, and ignition. Did you make up your own electronic ignition setup, or is it one available? I've gone through numerous different plans on that aspect, but with some modern electronics, I think I'm going to have sort of a magneto, as close as I can get to one. These spark-gap devices, lighters and such, are small enough to fit inside and produce the needed spark, I think, not need external, oversized coil. Your engine sounds perfect, I spent most of my youth dreaming of such engines, studying them, as I worked on lawnmowers, cars, motorcycles, jets, helicopters, and, again, model engines. Thanks for showing the great workmanship and skill. Semper Fi, John McClain
I've seen plans to build radials; but I wonder if someone has come up with some kind of equation/formula based on bore/stroke, etc. to design crank and cam profiles... Always thought it would be fun to custom build a radial from briggs & stratton parts to power a riding mower =P
Thanks your your response .. I am completely in awe -- you may be 'just a machinist' but blimey - how did you create this incredible machine by hand? Did you have measurements/dimensions of all components from somewhere or how did you figure that out? Unbelieveable ;-)
A lot of people had a hand in developing and refining the plans I used to machine and assemble my engine. I found the plans on the internet at Ageless Engines. Since building my engine the plans have undergone many changes as builders have made improvements and passed the on to Ageless Engines.
Oh, man. That is one of the coolest things I have ever seen! There really is something special about radial engines. Q, what music is that? I like that too.
Amazing work of art! Do you have plans to fly it in a giant scale rc airplane?? My welding teacher made a huge rc airplane out of aluminum and he says that airplane out of his collection is the best flying and toughest in strength. Would be amazing to see this engine fly in a scratch built airplane.
Alexander Boshoff When things go wrong on an airplane the first thing to hit the ground is the engine. I think I'll keep it on the stand and besides I'm more of a machinist than a pilot. Thanks for your comment.
That's impressive. I see on a comment you purchased the design? Did you have to change the design at all to make it actually run? If you were to produce as set of as built prints, how close would they be to the originals?
+HalfNelson 73 Hi HalfNelson 73, The plans were pretty complete I think the only changes I made were aesthetics. there may have been some small errors but nothing the stands out.The plans are around $110. and are constantly being updated as builders submit improvements to Ageless Engines.
great job you did on your engine. I am getting ready to build a WW1 mercedes D3 inline 6. I will pour the case and machine the rest. I hope that it runs as well as yours when I am done. thank you for the great vid. can you tell me what size prop are you running and the rpm you got with it. thank you, chuck
@cklskypilot Hi Chuck,The prop is 32" long and I had P K Props in Milford Kansas build it. The engine tops out at about 3100 rpm.Good luck with your project, I look forward to seeing it on TH-cam.
Hi, the piston rings were made from a bar of fine grained cast iron. I machined the OD and ID then parted them off. After splitting one side I held the rings open with a steel bar and heated them with a torch to set the spring. Thanks for watching the video.
I was hoping to hear it idle.... Just love to hear those Radials Idling and loping along. Does it idle down ok? Does it transition from idle on up to full power without any stumbles? I admire your Craftsmanship and the finished product. Very cool.... Has it been mounted in a plane yet? Has it been flown? It deserves to fly..... Thanks! Weav
It well idle at around 400 RPM. I was only given 5 min to set up and shoot this video or in would have more of it running from idle to full throttle. I don't plan to put in in a plane. Whenever there's a problem the engine is the first thing to hit the ground. Thanks for watching and for your comments.
I really enjoyed seeing the craftsmanship you put into building your engine there are fewer and fewer people these that can do that kind of machine work reminds me of working with my grandfather and how sharp of a mechanic he is thanks.
Some days my recommended gives me some really cool stuff. Today is one such say. Excellent workmanship, sir! I am quite impressed with your workmanship.
I am impressed. Having a round engine plane and also being a novice machinist, I have great interest in this. Great work.
+Ron Penrose
Thanks Ron, Wow! That is one beautiful Yak!!
Keep up the machining.
Wow, that is really some wicked machinist skills. Truly a craftsman.
+greasydot Thanks Greasydot, I love doing machine work. I hope to start on a V8 this year if my other projects don't get in the way.
Years later, will always be cool. Love small working engines and would love to have something like this. Could have them all on run stands and be completely happy playing with them on the weekends. Don't even have to put them in anything, just fun on their own. Working art.
I’m happy you liked my engine. I had a lot of fun building it. Sorry for the late response
@@claytoncollins2212 No worries, when they are this old I don't much expect anyone to pay attention except for someone taking a look after me. When it is something that I appreciate and right up my alley it is worth it to me and others with similar interest. If it made it into a plane I'm not sure it would be any more fun. A Moki would be cool to me now, just love the way these little radials sound. Something else around now that wasn't back then and a little cheaper than some of these little radials is the new Toyan V8. they were on sale not to long ago for $1300. Another thousand for run kit and supercharger. They too sound amazing with ok Chinese quality but have to convince myself that a 3hp 28cc V8 motor is worth the expense for the cool factor and my occasional smile. Even tho hobbies bring happiness I have to be a little responsible to keep my house from falling apart around me. lol
@@plap. The Toyan engines are really cool but for me machining has not been just my career it's my passion. To me taking bar stock and machining it into something is very satisfying and that's where the fun is. And with larger projects that take a long time to complete the cost is spread out over the length of project. I am currently machining a Stuart Oilfield Pump (pump Jack). The castings and drawings came from England and the drawings are a little challenging with errors and all the dimensions are in fractions. But all in all still a lot of fun.
@@claytoncollins2212Your next one sounds fun. I agree, I have the mind and the love just not the equipment. To do it from scratch, that would really raise the price for me. I must settle on assembling a pre made parts kit. You think building off old plans is tough, try building a kit from Chinese instructions translated to English after translation to three other languages first. lol 😅
@cujet
I'm glad you liked my engine. It was a lot of fun building. The music is from Rocky Athas cd "That's What I Know"
It turned out very cool !
Where can I get the drawings of this engine ?
That radial is a masterful work of fine art!
Its nice of you to say so. I’m happy you liked it..
Thanks
Pretty impressive that all parts were hand machined, bet that took some time. You sir are quite a craftsman
+rbagel55
Hi +rbagel55,
It took me about 4 years to machine all the parts and assemble the engine. I wasn't working on it all the time. i would go a couple of months at a time without working on it. I was quiet surprised when it started on the first try without having to modify or fix something. Thanks for your comments.
that is unbelievable craftmanship. Well done.
Thanks you very much. 😀
Absolutely Beautiful Build. I am amazed at the skills and the finished product.
Thanks Mike, the radial was a lot of fun building. I have plans to begin machining a V8 this year but with all my other projects i'll have to that goes.
Always been fascinated with the radial engine. This is a work of Art. Very good video and happy to see the parts in it. Thank you, outstanding work.
I have these Barron plans for a 1/4 scale Curtiss Goshawk and in the real world will probably have to go electric. But I'm drooling here looking at your engine. It's the just right size and sound and 32" is the scale prop! Multiples of 5 stars to you. What an engine!
This man is a genius! Must be nice to be able to machine and have access to the tools... Great engine with a very nice form factor!
+BelgianBush Rc
Hi, I don't know if I'm a genius. It does help that I'm a machinist. I'm glad you liked my engine. I hope to start work on a scale V8 this year. It should be a lot of fun.
Oil in the lower cylinders can be a problem. Before I start the engine I pull the lower spark plugs and drain any oil that has collected in them. When I start the engine the lower cylinders smoke a little but only for 10 or 15 seconds. Like the full scale version, when the engine is sitting oil leaks through open valves so I put a small drip pan under it. I'm glad you liked the 9 cylinder. I hope to start a new project soon, V8 or Jet engine.
Job well done Clayton..Makes all machinist proud.
And this is why I like CNC's the multiple parts and running a Mori-Seiki Seiko NT 9 axis so you have one set up. I can see the detail and numerous set ups and fixtures. kudos.
Hi Kieth, I have CNC's but chose to do all the machining on manuals. Where's the fun in letting the CNC's make the parts. I'm glad you liked my engine.
Did that in high school, and later on building injection molds. Yep it's fun, but time consuming, and having worked in mfg for so long, I do the manual work next to the CNC's doing the repetitive, running both machines.
Damn Clayton, nicely done! Very impressed. Even love the song selection.
Thanks Stan. I know it wasn't on a Mazak but I thing it came out ok.
Outstanding, great craftmanship!
Thanks Claudio, I'm glad you liked my engine.
That is an awesome engine. The engine sound and prop wash sound full size. Definitely want to see that in the nose of a rc airplane. Biplane, warbird or single engine float plane would be AWESOME!
Beautiful engine and perfect background.
I made this video at the Vintage Flying Museum at Meacham Filed in Fort Worth TX. It made a great backdrop. I’m glad you liked my engine. 😃
This video made me very happy. Excellent work. 👍😀🇺🇸
Thanks Larry!🤣👍
Very nice! It looks beautiful, more like the full size unit than others I've seen. Now, can we hope for a 2-row 18 cylinder version someday?
18 Cylinder Radial engine plans are available from Ageless Engines
fricken awesome ..... And I say that because it looks like you did it the old school way. Had it been done on CNC's it would not be impressive in the least bit.
Keep up the good work my friend.
Outstanding work, why anyone would thumbs down this video is beyond me
Some people just like to crap on others work.Thats there thing. I am glad you liked it. It was a lot of fun building.
Superb work and great sound. A huge round of applause for Clayton!!!
Absolutely incredible talent, how great it would be if you are able to teach others your mastery
I have taught a couple of guys machine work and have become quiet good machinists despite my efforts. 🤣
Thanks!
Que bom saber, Clayton que a sua técnica não vai se perder, ensinando outros alunos. Manaus-Amazonas Brasil
What a brilliant and satisfying piece of work! Congrats. Sounds awesome! Cheers from The Flight Level!
Clayton, Very IMPRESSIVE, "Old School" always works !!!
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it.
Thats truly impressive. Now a twin row 18 cylinder.
Fine piece of work. Well done!
+Robert Rowlands
Thanks Robert, I'm glad you liked my engine.
Well Michael McDonald look-alike, I've had my plans and casting for a year now scared outa my mind to start machining!! But I think it's about time to jump into the fire.... Love your set up and tank... Best of luck
I bow in awe of your craftsmanship! That is a masterpiece. I personally prefer inline water cooled but this is just ART and a testament to the skill of the builder! A pair of those on a 1/2 scale classic flyable airplane would be absolutely wicked. I think a Mini Lockheed Electric would be beyond cool with a pair of these.
A 1/4 scale B-29 with four twin bank versions of this engine would be absolutely stunning. Even a Baby B-17 would still be so worthy.
Then again there is one more thing this engine would be absolutely a hoot in... an Ultralight. It probably would yank the wings off a regular one though.
+KingOfAllAnimals
Hi King,
Thank you for your kind words. My father flue B-17's, B-24's, B29's and then B-47's and EB-66's said the same thing, that is should build a multi engine bomber to really show off engines ( I would have to build another engine).
There's nothing wrong with water cooled engines. I plan to start machining a mini V8 this year if my other projects don't get in the way.
CLAYTON
I wanted to build a fully flyable (as in my butt parked in the pilot seat) 1/4 scale B-29 using 4 aluminum Chevy 454cid engines using the radiators to cover the engines like the radial engines (I know this would have been cheating the build not using Radial Engines BUT radials do have extra work needed to prep for takeoff like removing the bottom spark plugs to drain oil out of then before start up. I wanted a more, "jump in it, flip the switches and off I go," unlike the start up procedures one had to go through with old war birds.
I love old aircraft and this is such a tribute to engineering. Anyone who can build an engine from scratch like this has very mighty Engineering Kung Fu. I bow in respect to your skills.
I am kind of surprised your father was able to transition from Prop to Jet in his career. I know not all pilots were given the chance to make the transition during their careers. I knew someone who used to load nukes onto B-47s in Okinawa. Even he had a lot of repsect for that jet. It must have been an incredible experience for your father to go from the B-29 to the B-47 because of the change of technology and the boosted performance.
The only flying I see for you is the sort being propelled by someones boot up your arse!
That's so freaking cool,enjoyed the build-up.
I love projects like this. Plus the size of this radial engine just makes me want to put it into a scale model rp plane that used that kind of Radial engine and see if it will fly
Damn nice engine and the sound is over the top!
It does sound good doesn’t it and was a lot of fun machining and assembling. Thanks 😊
Howdy friend,
Plans are available, see video description for link.They have plans for 9,14,18 cylinder and also an BR-2 Bentley Rotary.The plans also include machining operation sheets and drawings for fixtures needed for machining and assembling each engine.
i cant find the link for the plans. and those people making fun of you are behaving like little mocking children with absolutely no integrity. nice job, i definately want the plans. i will be doing it on my cnc lathe and cnc mill. its gonna be exciting!
@@BondmeJesus did you find some plans?
i am looking for some too.
I am flipping throughly impressed
Thanks 😊
The music is by Rocky Athas and is off his CD" Thats What I Know"
Love your choice of MUSIC !!
Superb. To prospective builders just make one part at a time .It will take a while but you can do it !
Outstanding build!
Thanks, I’m glad you like it!😃
Amazing! You are a true artist.
How can anyone put a thumb down on that ? That took amazing skills.
Thank you for saying so. I really enjoyed doing the machine work and putting it together.
Absolutely first class - a project well worth completing.
Totally amazing. well done Sir
Very impressive. Wish I had your amazing skills.
Thanks. I’ve been a machinist for 47 years.
I'd love to have a model radial engine that runs on gas. I use ro do rc planes but at 82 I don't go anywhere any.ore. your engine is 1000 times beautiful. I'm so Jealous
@MGARestoration Thank you. I had a lot of fun building it.
A very cool engine, thumbs up
Tanks, glad you liked it.
beautiful job
Thank you.
Simply INCREDIBLE!
Too talented by far ! V8 next ?
Look out for & Chevy!
Absolutely brilliant very talented
Now ad another row and put that in giant scale rc corsair. Most authentic
Now that would be cool!!
@@claytoncollins2212 you are no novice bro
@@NoneNone-gk9wt No. I've been a machinist for 47 years. It didn't take 47 years of experience build a radial engine only patience.
Hes like, that's it, not getting me hair cut until i get this damn motor going!!!
Hi, I believe I'm in the process of building the same engine, from the looks of the plans and casting. I've got the crankcase done, except the cams, not milled, but all done except lobes. I've got 11 cylinders, I'm junking two heads, because I just found 1/4-32 plugs, and only had one really good head, I'll keep it, but make nine for the smaller plugs. I noted you've got inserts, and your ignition is clean, clear, right on. I admire your set up, the station for the engine, and the support, fuel, oil tank, and ignition. Did you make up your own electronic ignition setup, or is it one available? I've gone through numerous different plans on that aspect, but with some modern electronics, I think I'm going to have sort of a magneto, as close as I can get to one. These spark-gap devices, lighters and such, are small enough to fit inside and produce the needed spark, I think, not need external, oversized coil. Your engine sounds perfect, I spent most of my youth dreaming of such engines, studying them, as I worked on lawnmowers, cars, motorcycles, jets, helicopters, and, again, model engines. Thanks for showing the great workmanship and skill. Semper Fi, John McClain
Very good job and nice engine sound.
Whoever you are, I will look for you, And I will find you............................So you can teach me the art of awesomeness..
A work of art !!!!!
Beautiful! Sounds awesome! Great job!!!
I've seen plans to build radials; but I wonder if someone has come up with some kind of equation/formula based on bore/stroke, etc. to design crank and cam profiles...
Always thought it would be fun to custom build a radial from briggs & stratton parts to power a riding mower =P
Beautiful bit of craftsmanship. I'm guessing the engineering ain't too bad either as it runs.
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it..
Nice job!! Any plans for one with a supercharger?
I used a Super Spacer on the Mill and indexed each location to machine the flats, bore the cylinder holes and drill and tap for the cylinder studs.
This guy must be an engineering genius !!
No, I'm just a Machinist. I'm glad you liked the engine.
Thanks your your response ..
I am completely in awe -- you may be 'just a machinist' but blimey - how did you create this incredible machine by hand? Did you have measurements/dimensions of all components from somewhere or how did you figure that out?
Unbelieveable ;-)
A lot of people had a hand in developing and refining the plans I used to machine and assemble my engine. I found the plans on the internet at Ageless Engines. Since building my engine the plans have undergone many changes as builders have made improvements and passed the on to Ageless Engines.
It's good to see Chucky in the backgroung
has a GREAT sound!!
That's real CRAFTSMANSHIP!!!
+roger hunt Thanks Roger, I'm glad you liked my engine, It was a lot of fun machining. I hope to start on a V8 this year.
That would be neat, lots of hours spent on this radial engine. Bet a v-8 would require at least as much if not more time!! Keep it up!!
Really nice tune! very catchy...
Oh, man. That is one of the coolest things I have ever seen! There really is something special about radial engines.
Q, what music is that? I like that too.
Yes, I'm in Fort Worth and the engine was videoed at Meacham field.
Amazing engine!
Does it burb ordinary petrol, paraffin of is it AVGAS?
Many thanks.
Fantastic, much praise.
Fantástico motor felicitaciones
Thank you very much!
Fine machining my friend
This engine was built from plans by Lee Hodgson at Ageless Engines
I'm imagining a three-row 27 cylinder version of this!
TommyWylie And the plane to go with.
Constellation anyone?, just 108 cylinders!!.
Wow! I don't think I have that much time! But it would be cool.
! "damn,wow,damn" . Sorry, but, I had nothing else I was capable of! (add) applause...
Well Steve, that about says it all. Thanks for your comment. I'm glad you liked my engine.
the best video I ever seen
Amazing work of art! Do you have plans to fly it in a giant scale rc airplane?? My welding teacher made a huge rc airplane out of aluminum and he says that airplane out of his collection is the best flying and toughest in strength. Would be amazing to see this engine fly in a scratch built airplane.
VERY GOOD ENGINEs , BRASIL OK.
When is the 200 ci, version coming out , please !
That would be cool. Thanks for watching .
Nice engine.... next project should be the plane that it can be mounted in.
Alexander Boshoff When things go wrong on an airplane the first thing to hit the ground is the engine. I think I'll keep it on the stand and besides I'm more of a machinist than a pilot. Thanks for your comment.
CLAYTON
can i commission you to make a sibling to this motor?
That's impressive. I see on a comment you purchased the design? Did you have to change the design at all to make it actually run? If you were to produce as set of as built prints, how close would they be to the originals?
+HalfNelson 73
Hi HalfNelson 73, The plans were pretty complete I think the only changes I made were aesthetics. there may have been some small errors but nothing the stands out.The plans are around $110. and are constantly being updated as builders submit improvements to Ageless Engines.
Wow, how many hours to build? I would love to see the long version with more footage of machine work. Hand made...Beautiful.
Wow, very impressed!
ya i knew it would be badass when i got to see the parts before assm.
great job you did on your engine. I am getting ready to build a WW1 mercedes D3 inline 6. I will pour the case and machine the rest. I hope that it runs as well as yours when I am done. thank you for the great vid. can you tell me what size prop are you running and the rpm you got with it. thank you, chuck
Bill Oddie has many talents
Absolutely amazing!
Imagine 4 of these on a ultralight b- 17 . WOW !
@cklskypilot Hi Chuck,The prop is 32" long and I had P K Props in Milford Kansas build it. The engine tops out at about 3100 rpm.Good luck with your project, I look forward to seeing it on TH-cam.
awesome build !
That is so cool! But how do you keep the oil out of the bottom cylinders?
The prop is 32" and was made in Wichita Kansas.
Very interesting but I was surprised about the rings. Did you really use the cut spring?
Hi, the piston rings were made from a bar of fine grained cast iron. I machined the OD and ID then parted them off. After splitting one side I held the rings open with a steel bar and heated them with a torch to set the spring. Thanks for watching the video.
@@CollinsCustom Thanks man I know there's been a lot of effort behind this little video
that's a work of art
Of course. What better place to vedio the engine runing.
how long took you from design to finish product? Btw, awesome job!
egamezl I bought the blueprints online and I worked on the engine on and off for about 4 years. I'm glad you liked it.
Spark plugs ?
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I was hoping to hear it idle.... Just love to hear those Radials Idling and loping along. Does it idle down ok? Does it transition from idle on up to full power without any stumbles? I admire your Craftsmanship and the finished product. Very cool.... Has it been mounted in a plane yet? Has it been flown? It deserves to fly..... Thanks! Weav
It well idle at around 400 RPM. I was only given 5 min to set up and shoot this video or in would have more of it running from idle to full throttle. I don't plan to put in in a plane. Whenever there's a problem the engine is the first thing to hit the ground. Thanks for watching and for your comments.