The Unofficial Mamod and Other Steam Forum

mogogear · Posted: Fri Feb 08, 2008 2:48 am Post subject: Marine engine

Mamod or Bowman - or others that I am not aware of are all considered- in need of restoration or not. Stateside or UK. Vertical or horizontal. I have to say that I am smitten with doing a boat.!!!! And I won't be happy till I get to sail 'er So, Argggggg- Matey

The boat size I want to have is 24" or so. So not tiny !!

All of you with photos in the Launches section are to blame.

There is so much more to engage in - the engine and boiler configuration - the boat itself- wrapping the pipes or just silicone tubing --I have a hunt on for a boat here in the US - but there is very, very few marine engines- So- I am watching the auctions ( US and UK etc) but would be happy to also buy from a member..... So if you find yourself with just too many and would consider orphaning one off...

As always - thanks
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tmuir · Posted: Fri Feb 08, 2008 4:09 am Post subject:

How much are you looking to spend and do you want a simple oscilator or one that has speed control as well?

If you have a big wallet you could build the boat from a kit and add a saito engine or keep it within budget and go for a midwest.
Just to get you really drooling here is a link to saito mainr engines

http://www.hhq.com.au/store/cart....arget=category&category_id=87
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mogogear · Posted: Fri Feb 08, 2008 5:04 am Post subject:

You know, I have funds and I have time and desire to learn. So I have flexibility. I could spend up to $150 or so If needed for a good combo. Or less for a project. I of course am looking for the "launch" too ...

So - ............................... Chicken!

help be bag one please- anybody!!

Nite
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Bogstandard · Posted: Fri Feb 08, 2008 5:41 am Post subject:

Go down the page a bit and there are two kits, the fantail launch is within your $150 budget for boat and engine. But you will have to make them yourself.

http://www.naturecoast.com/hobby/midwest.htm#FANTAIL%20LAUNCH

John

IndianaRog · Posted: Fri Feb 08, 2008 6:44 pm Post subject:

Mo...shame you didn't post your interest a week ago. There was a lovely Stuart ST marine setup complete with boiler listed on US eBay for $130 USD BIN. That was some quality hardware for a great price.
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mogogear · Posted: Sat Feb 09, 2008 12:27 am Post subject:

Thanks Roger,
Oh well - that is always the case it seems. I surf ebay a lot - but any helpful eyes or if any members have a set up all is welcomed.

I almost kind of hope that one needing a little love comes up... I like to work and learn-- that is most of the fun!!
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kusuchi · Posted: Sat Feb 09, 2008 1:50 am Post subject:

Dear mogogear,

I'm avidly trying to acquire a steam launch at present too. Living in the Virgin Islands this is probably the most exciting steam powered piece we can own.

I bought the Elliot Bay Steam Launch tonight, complete package, from the same website Bogstandard referred you to. Boat, engine, RC, paint Kit. glue ,etc. The price for everything was around $300.

Whilst I am completely in awe of his 42" Victoria with the Cheddar Puffin engine, I decided it best to start with something smaller. He told me the time investment in a launch like his was between 500 and 1000 hours. The captal investment could also be close to $2,000.00.

I do not have that kind of time and feel I should test the waters, (as it were), with something smaller prior to making that kind of capital investment.

I may, however, still bid on the Luton Bowman Snipe.

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Bogstandard · Posted: Sat Feb 09, 2008 3:21 am Post subject:

Richard,
Glad you have decided to try before you buy.

When you do eventually decide to go for a 'biggie', a fairly new American company has started to manufacture steam plants for the upper class range of model boats.

http://www.monahansteammodels.com/steamplants.aspx

Can I put you down for half a dozen at ONLY just over $3000 each?

But please be aware that they are CAD images, and I have just had a run in with him over the use of superheaters with displacement lubricators. Buyer beware.

John

Mister Occlusion · Posted: Sat Feb 09, 2008 3:25 am Post subject:

There was a Mamod marine 3, I believe (the SEL engine unit), that went a few days ago for under $100

...Ah we could fill a bag with If Only's and still be left holding an empty bag..
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johnreid · Posted: Sat Feb 09, 2008 3:29 am Post subject:

That sure looks like a nice one, I look forward to seeing it done and afloat.
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IndianaRog · Posted: Sat Feb 09, 2008 3:37 am Post subject:

mogogear · Posted: Sat Feb 09, 2008 5:01 am Post subject:

mogogear · Posted: Thu Feb 21, 2008 7:12 am Post subject:

Just to re-iterate-

I am still on the prowl for a single oscillator engine for Boat #1- with an an oiler a plus... US to avoid more shipping another plus- but a nice SEL / Mamod 3 would do the job...or a home built...Moose says "no Units " I think......

Got a boiler I can make work --"I think " says the "JUNIOR" member

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Les · Posted: Thu Feb 21, 2008 8:31 am Post subject: