Let's Build a Model Steam Engine : Oiling System!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 29 ม.ค. 2021
- This episode on Blondihacks, I'm building a lubrication system for my model steam engine! Exclusive videos, drawings, models & plans available on Patreon!
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Warhammer? Trains? Machine Shop?
You have excellent taste in hobbies!
Yaaarrr
I didn't realize you knew my uncle Lenny! He's better now, luckily.
"Is that brass in a live steam environment?" Ha! I can just imagine this little engine popping up on Keith Appleton's channel in 20 years time. "It's a really well engineered little engine but the original builder used a brass union to attach the displacement lubricator. This is no good. I'm going to remake a new one out of phosphor bronze."
Where is Wal these days!
I definitely read that in Keith's voice, lol.
“Everyone calm down and enjoy the hobby” wise words.. interesting to know about the oils.. 🤙🏼
The island of misfit parts. Somewhere there is a good little boy or girl whose steam engine could use these parts, you know, the ones with oval cylinders and square flywheels :-(
"Days of model railroading". I'd like to know more.
I am also interested in hearing more about this as model railroading is what brought me down this rabbit hole.
Yes, count me in also.
Hello....I am the third commenter to wonder what model railroading 🚂you were into?! 🤔
You have to tell us what gauge/scale?
Now I even want her to try something like a sweet Pea locomotive. Would love to see that
As an old lube oil refining guy I enjoyed your description of steam cylinder oil.... good job...gold star
I’ve been curios for years how the lubricayion really works why it does not wash away or burn. Finally you were able to swiftly answer all that in 2 minutes most.
Me: Say the line! Say the line!"
Quinn: "Yahtzee."
Me: "Ohhhhhhhhhhhhh! She said it!"
Finally I know why Uncle Lenny was never invited to parties...
I was just reading the “Commenting Policy” listed in the description. I’ve never noticed it before, and don’t know how long it’s been on your videos, but it should be required reading for all! Your channel has always been top notch, and I’ve learned an incredible amount of things from my frequent journeys into Blondieland! Thanks for your product! We love it!!
Thanks for the info on commenting policy. That’s good stuff. 👍
Well spotted, I hadn't seen it either. Loved the xkcd cartoon. It had me rolling with laughter 😀
Hear hear!
I just want to know when the super awesome firefly-theamed Barbecue is now.......
Re: over-oiling - I ran into a similar problem on a hot air engine I built. In a model engineering forum, I learned you can use a sewing needle with cotton thread to run through the hole. It acts as a wick. Need less? - Thread 2. I left mine proud on the side to the part and coiled up a bit in the cup. I like elegant solutions like this.
My lathe headstock bearings have wicks like this as well, for the same general reason: to slow down lubricant drainage into the bearings. It works pretty well.
Bonjour Quinn, I can't wait to see your Steam test, your work deserves it, amicalement Raphaël
14:14....NEVER lose the Yahtzee! That's locked in on this channel. We count on the Yahtzee, Quinn!
I'm sorry, I've caught myself saying "aaaaaaaaaaaaaaand yahtzee" on Keith's and Joe's TH-cam posts
My nerd is strong too, this evening I was gushing over the delivery of a 117 piece drill set, and showing my grandson the tiny Number 50's, explaining that you would use them in pin vices which I happen to have. He was unimpressed, but I am dreaming of a project that needs the tools I have. Like your use, I suspect it will be to cleanup something that was not quit right at some stage.
Beautiful engine, thanks for the info on the operation of the engines too. I had never heard anyone talk about the use of lubricants in the steam. your on the path MrPete follows on details, and that is a very good trait.
As for the proof is in the cut, lord did I get nervous the first time I installed a revolver barrel. You have to make that front sight stand in the right position, and taking enough off for a full 360 degrees more starts to cause problems for the ejector latch. But, I got it. Machining is so rewarding on that level,and that is of course why we are making it here, really, so we can making it anywhere.
Tip for smaller hole in lubricator....Solder the hole and re-drill with a smaller drill.
See other posts in the thread (!!!!) for a tip on controlling the oil flow with cotton
I try my best to be carful with my Comments, but I’m feeling frisky today, so here goes! You are beautiful, wonderful, and gorgeous!! Every time I hear you talk about race cars, I need to go take some alone time! Saturday afternoon is my favorite part of the week! You rock.
Thanks Quinn. I love that you show your mistakes and how you rectify them - I can so relate to that in my own work and evolving skills. As has been said many times, if you don't make mistakes, you're not learning.
Wonderful. Can't wait for LIVE STEAM TRIALS! Wooohooo hoooo hoooo hoooo!
Quinn, this is the best of your series, with great humor (fatty uncle) and a wonderful job making complicated chemistry understandable. Your steam engine is so beautiful; I hope you're significantly understating its lifelong runtime potential, since 10 hours isn't nearly enough return for the love and patience invested.
That one got me too. Love her sense of humor.
To the point. No excessive content. No missing content. And you are a joy to watch work! (9.87)
On miniature steam locos, small bits of yarn are put at the top of the feed pipe to ensure a steady, continuous flow. The amount of yarn in the pipe can be changed to alter oil feed rate.
I have no intention of ever building anything like Blondie has done but that's a really neet fix for a situation like this. I know these things don't need a strong flow of oil like an automotive engine needs, they just need to not run dry.
Your suggestion is perfect for a machine like this because it's so easily tuned to get the correct flow. 👍
That's just artwork. In the age of Tesla and Dodge Hellcats..... Just watching this basic old school technology is mesmerizing. As simple as these old machines were they're still complicated.
As I see your project coming to completion I can't wait to see how long it takes to cast and machine railroad tracks from coast to coast.
I know it's going to be a fun episode. 😁
Pleasantly surprised to see the oil from Little Engines. I live in Lomita and I'm a member of the RR museum that was the original home of Little Engines. Love the steam engine series!
Hello Quinn at Blondiehacks! It's been a great series. Thank you. There was someone else doing a similar kit, but one step ahead, but I've stuck with your build series. It's been very, very interesting and as a steam engine/railway nut, it's been a joy to follow. Cheers! One suggestion on the guide-way oilers...maybe a little lint or felt or something less fiberous but oil-absorbent as a 'stopping' to slow the feed down a bit, before putting in narrower holes. If the oil be plentiful, rock on though.
I ain't a rich guy but I'll try putting some love in the coffee can if I can this month but, big thumbs up on here anyway.
A big hello for Sprocket kitteh! !:^)
Thanks Quinn!
A little piece of wire in the crosshead cups easily solves the flow problem.
Or a touch of silver solder on the bottom and a micro drill.
I love to watch you work. Most people think making small parts should take less time, but in reality, it sometimes takes a lot longer. I would like to make a suggestion. When making a thread with an undercut, always do the undercut before threading. That makes the last round of thread burr free. Just my rule of thumb. Try it.
very nice, i am glad to see it running
Looks great Awesome to see it all come together
That little jeweler's plate was awesome! Brand new stuff for me.
Oh this is amazing! Haha- the smell of live steam and oil is iconic!
Imagine my excitement to find another video about the steam engine. I thought you were done and now I got to see more work to make it more complete. Great video.
"You can measure all you want but the proof is in the cut". Now is that the saying of a machinist or a carpenter? 😉
I heard the Butcher make a similar utterance.
@@howardosborne8647 Brain surgeons: Hold my brisket.
Now I remember the Chemistry Class I missed. Quinn reminded me of that chapter. Surfactants? Radicals? In a machine shop? lol
The displacement oiler is so clever thanks for explaining that :D
Well, always learn something new from this channel. Didn't know there was special oil for "steam cylinder " who knew. Thanks
Put a little cotton in cups to regulate oil flow.
Really enjoying this series! Thanks. Would love to hear/see more about your model RR activities.
On our historic steam locos we use emulsifying oil from UK. (Not in the cylinders though). It makes the job as an engineer so much easyer. After an hour the oil and water has separated and we drain it with our oilgun or through the drain plugs. Top tip if You're running on steam.
I didn't know that brass could have problem with steam in the long run. That's good to know and it was also some interesting information about steam oil.
We have a lot of the same interests, model trains, machining & electronics. I like doing electronic projects, especially CB & Ham radio projects.
You are throwing alot of knowledge that I never knew. I'm a novice mechanical engineer who has designed some parts but never actually manufactured parts since I just do outsourced work and I watch your channel to get some actual real life insights from a skilled machinist on how the manufacturing is actually done. I love all the actual deep physics and chemistry knowledge that you give out. Please continue in the same manner forever. Are you an engineer too?
Found your channel through your collaboration with Rex, and I love it. I don't understand at least 80% of what you're doing, but I enjoy watching it, and every video is a new vocabulary lesson for me. My dad was a heavy duty mechanic since before WWII and he would have absolutely adored the work you're doing.
Fantastic work Quinn !! Love the miniature work you do. And all of the other projects you do.
Beautifully done! Loved it!
You know my uncle lenny too??
All coming together...wanna see a video of that puppy running on steam...
I binge watched the entire series! Such a great build...small oopsies here and there, but that's what makes it so awesome...but you made it look so easy!
Quinn: thanks for covering the lubrication issues so well.
That engine is beautiful!
Nice series.
Thank you for sharing the project.
Loved how you handled a challenging setup and your approach to fixturing a solution.
Thanks for showing too when things didn't go as planned and holding your cool to keep marching on.
Learned more than technique but also patience and we all need more of patience.
Those little components do look very rewarding to make, very satisfying to watch you make too 🙂
Love the ceramic fixture plate, I always learn something ( many things) from BH. Nice work.
love your steam engine builds
Lovely! That ceramic fixture block looks super handy. Thanks for showing it.
Looked good to you, me and the person who bought the last one ahead of us!
G'day Quinn terrific job it's helped me out with building mine cheers John
Thanks for all your videos, Quinn! I.ve been binge watching whenever the covid fevers aren't too bad. It really helps me keep my sanity.
Excellent as always!!
You do amazing detail work! I love to watch you work. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and skills with us. Please post more content
Thanks for sharing the tip on that fixture plate, unfortunately I was a little late and all the other subs bought them before I could get my hands on one. Great video as always!!
So satisfying!
i love that soldering plate setup.
Such a cool project. A lot of time and effort went into to this. Definitely a conversation piece for sure. Love it!
Really enjoyed the silver soldering portion...excellent set-up with he jewelers block...never seen that before⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
I just loved the explanation on your pin vice. The one I have looks about the same and I had it for the exact same reason, model railroad ! Have a large set of numbers bits that go down, so so small. A Princess Auto find of 20 years ago.
THANK YOU...for sharing. One fantastic looking and running steam-engine, Mr. PM Research will be proud of you, great work.
Thanks Quinn, I needed oilers for a different engine, but these will work!
“Not to be confused with your uncle Lenny”....
I think Quinn and ToT have hired the same writing staff :)
Maybe instead of a smaller drain hole on the slide lubricators, a bit of felt in them would slow the flow.
Steam turbine generator next?
I just love the knowledge ,you are one very talented person thank you 👍👨🏻🏭🇬🇧
Bravo! Great vid! I'm going to have to get one of the soldering fixtures - thanks for sharing 👍
Teeny tiny brass parts... my favorite. Another informative episode. Thanks!
Thanks Bernie! ❤️
"Soap is one of the most *basic* surfactants."
I see what you did there. ;)
The acid test is how well does it lubricate?
Young lady ,you are an inspiration, a lovely way of explaining your process, nice to see your mistakes are not hidden , we all get it wrong ,we learn from it and move onto our next mistake . I hope you continue for years to come , you enjoy yourself and we enjoy watching you .
Beautiful job !
Your engine sounds quite good! Congrats!
Another problem with oil in the steam, if you intend to use a condenser, is that the oil will return through the system with the steam and get stuck on the heat transfer surfaces in the boiler and condenser. This will cause hot spots on the heat transfer surfaces which will result in failure of the surfaces. Cylinder oil prevents this as it can be skimmed off the condensate in the hot well.
Your videos are *VERY* enjoyable. I'm amazed at the wealth of knowledge you pack into each video. The videos you produce are valuable to the a wide range of machinist - from hobbyists to highly skilled.
Thank You !!!
Quinn shows the bumps and warts as well, gotta like that
Yea I..'m definitely going to make one of these steam engines. Seems like a lot of fun.
*STEAMS like a lot of fun.
It works so nicely! But, are we nearing the end of the steam engine series? Oh noes!
This is where an optical comparator would come in handy. If you don't have a comparator you can use an overhead projector.
Well done!
Those pin vices are also sold as torch tip cleaners. They work really well for that too.
Quinn, many years ago during my apprenticeship, I used to work with a colleague who was a very keen model engineer. He would sometimes make a few parts at work when things were a bit quite. When making the lubrication units he designed them to accept the small brass main jets from Mikuni carburettors. These jets are inexpensive and are available in numerous (and accurate) bore diameters. This enabled the operator to interchange them to give the required oil flow rates. Some experimentation was required to hit the correct oil flow rate but the jets come in a vast array of diameters so you will eventually find the right ‘jet’ combination. Finally, lockdown hair is looking really good but please be careful when you are near any rotating machines - better safe than sorry.
I think that's the first time I've ever seen a heart face emoji used in a machinist's video and I love it! 😍😍😍
What I love about your videos is you make mistakes.. everyone makes mistakes but most people wouldn’t show them and pretend to be perfect which give new starters an unrealistic goal of perfect machining! Well done👍🏻
Fantastic! I learn so much watching your show. You are an excellent teacher/explainer of so many things. Thanks for sharing what you know. Been thinking about a metal lathe for a few years now. It should arrive soon. Woo hoo.
If you had a small radius on the left side of your form tool, it would leave a small fillet in the corner of the bar stock and possibly prevent the part from snapping off when the diameter gets small (avoids a stress raiser) and the cutting force goes up when under full contact with the form tool. Great vids!!!
This was a very satisfying video!
another installment in the steamy saga of Quinn.....this time with precision lubrication....stay tuned folks things are gonna get hot soon :D (awesome video Quinn. engine seems very happy with it's new parts. )
Wow, hope you are proud of yourself. You make it look so easy that both of my spare brain cells are saying "go on buy a mill and a lathe, you can do that". Seriously these videos are ace. You and TOT have helped keep me sane(ish) over lockdown.
What an absolute wonderful sense of accomplishment it must be to see it run:):):):)
I probably would have had to make dozens of those cups because things that tiny have a habit of falling into black holes in my shop to never be seen again.
Great video Quinn.
look at you! all grown up and using three syllables words and French! Love the video and the oil explanation. Always interesting to learn the dark arts.
Being of Irish descent, I know all to well about fatty alcoholics lol. Thank you for the lesson on form tools and what steam engine oil is and how it works. I loved the Yahtzee moment, but a small tear welled up when you didn't say "as is tradition" when facing off the brass.
Always a good video!
I recently discovered your channel and enjoying the content (I am a fellow IT person so I understand your thought process)
Cheers from the UK...
Nice work and well-presented video. The cups are cool.
That's awesome!
I enjoy your sense of humour.
Thanks Quinn
You could use an air compressor tool oiler trip lunch the steam cylinder while running on air. Just an idea I had. Looks great!