I would supply only the CAD model of the cylinders. They would have had to do the rest. Even at half the cost it would have been more than I would have gone for.
I've decided to build my cylinders from steel and sleeve them....much more economical for me.
Nyle
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- Thu Dec 01, 2022 12:37 am
- Forum: Build Log
- Topic: 1” USRA Light Mikado
- Replies: 40
- Views: 34437
- Wed Nov 30, 2022 7:38 pm
- Forum: Build Log
- Topic: 1” USRA Light Mikado
- Replies: 40
- Views: 34437
Re: 1” USRA Light Mikado
I investigated having the cylinders printed from sand and the casting poured for my 3" Berkshire project, sticker shock would be an understatment. I was quoted $16-20,000 for one casting.
Nyle
Nyle
- Fri Nov 11, 2022 1:36 am
- Forum: The Junk Drawer
- Topic: A little project for Harold.
- Replies: 9
- Views: 4714
Re: A little project for Harold.
I also looked into getting a cylinder block for a 3" scale loco sand cast, 1 pc, $15,000 range.
Nyle
Nyle
- Fri Sep 02, 2022 1:19 pm
- Forum: Live Steam
- Topic: Massproduction of steamengines
- Replies: 42
- Views: 19335
Re: Massproduction of steamengines
Not much has changed...same isssues still apply.
Nyle
Nyle
- Wed Aug 24, 2022 5:20 am
- Forum: Grand Scale Railroading
- Topic: Need 10.5" dia. steel wheel castings for 24" gauge
- Replies: 4
- Views: 4199
Re: Need 10.5" dia. steel wheel castings for 24" gauge
A CNC machined 4140 HT steel wheel will probably cost the same ( maybe less) than a casting , but will be stronger and more wear resisant than a casting. I currently am running wheels in 8.5" , 11" and 16" dia.
Nyle
Nyle
- Wed Aug 03, 2022 1:57 pm
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Lifting cart - Metal tolerances and lubrication
- Replies: 4
- Views: 2935
Re: Lifting cart - Metal tolerances and lubrication
What the video doesn't show is how easily he can raise items once he adds some weight onto the "forks". Without some kind of bearing surface (slippery plastic) or bearings riding against the tube you're going to find that lifting something with weight is going to be a problem..Think of how...
- Fri Jul 01, 2022 7:08 pm
- Forum: Milling Machines
- Topic: Collet or Nut ?
- Replies: 4
- Views: 5095
Re: Collet or Nut ?
That's how all of my ER collet chucks work , all your doing is breaking the collet free of the taper, just means your collets are now seating correctly in the holder. ( Don't know why it wouldn't have done that initially).
Nyle
Nyle
- Sat May 21, 2022 2:50 am
- Forum: The Junk Drawer
- Topic: Anyone know what this is?
- Replies: 20
- Views: 8287
Re: Anyone know what this is?
Motorcraft in Muncie IN is a company that rebuilds motors and parts for HVAC. Established in 1938. I believe it is one of their specialty tools. https://www.motorcraftllc.com/
Nyle
Nyle
- Sat May 14, 2022 2:41 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Some Machining Required
- Replies: 29
- Views: 9205
Re: Some Machining Required
I can speak from experience when it comes to power tools that the HD products are not the same as sold in your local hardware store( It is possible that this has changed more recently) I have a Dewalt 18v cordless drill that the forward/reverse/trigger switch went bad....I bought a new one online th...
- Thu May 12, 2022 12:32 am
- Forum: General Discussion
- Topic: Some Machining Required
- Replies: 29
- Views: 9205
Re: Some Machining Required
FYI - The products you buy at Home Depot and Lowe's are not the same as those sold at your local hardware store, plumbing supply, tool store, etc. When Home Depot decides they want to carry a new product, they approach the manufacturer , offer the manufacturer a very lucrative contract/purchase but ...
- Fri May 06, 2022 1:14 am
- Forum: Milling Machines
- Topic: Sandvik milling insert numbers
- Replies: 3
- Views: 4597
Re: Sandvik milling insert numbers
Contact Sandvik and ask them what type of inserts fit your mill, they will have all the info you need. I believe the equivalent is an APKT style insert that many other manufacturers make. I was just complaining today about the lack of an industry standard when it comes to inserts , whether it be for...
- Fri Apr 22, 2022 1:29 am
- Forum: Live Steam
- Topic: Steam loco wishlist (If only)!
- Replies: 18
- Views: 8536
Re: Steam loco wishlist (If only)!
A C&O Allegheny, but in 15" gauge , 1/4 scale.
Nyle
Nyle