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MooseMan

Hey all,

As you know, I've been selling some engines to raise a bit of cash (quite a few still for sale though, see http://www.freewebs.com/odilon/forsale2.htm).

There's to things I'd like to do:

I'd really like one of these kits :

http://www.grahamind.com/tvr1a.html

But I'd also like to upgrade my SL1 loco with a new silver soldered boiler, regulator, etc from Dream Steam!

What do you reckon I should do??
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bessytractor · Posted: Sat May 17, 2008 1:36 pm Post subject:

got any more boats in mind? If so, the marine engine defo
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steamyjim · Posted: Sat May 17, 2008 1:37 pm Post subject:

If your planning for more boats id get the marine engine.

Am i right in thinking there also called GAGE engines?
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tmuir · Posted: Sat May 17, 2008 2:31 pm Post subject:

Yes, if you have a boat for the marine engine get that, else upgrade the loco as the Mamod locos do run much nicer with the upgraded parts.
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johnreid · Posted: Sat May 17, 2008 2:41 pm Post subject:

THe marine engine sure looks doable, I do not know how much you use the loco and how much you use the boats, get the one you will enjoy the most.
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Rob · Posted: Sat May 17, 2008 4:57 pm Post subject:

that marine engine looks so nice, but i would go for the dreamsteam boiler with fittings. i think i will buy a boiler in the summer when i get some more money.

Les · Posted: Sat May 17, 2008 10:06 pm Post subject:

I would go for the one that will give you the most satisfaction.

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alan2525 · Posted: Sat May 17, 2008 10:15 pm Post subject:

The silver soldered loco boiler and regulator is a great price from dream-steam. I'd go for that, and it'll be a fairly straightforward modification and will give you a nice running loco whilst you plan for the longer steam launch and marine boiler project.

I'm biased though as I'm into locos!

CCairns · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 12:19 am Post subject:

The problem with going for the boiler is it does not stop there. In order to get the best benefit from that boiler, you'll need a lubricator, some 'O' ring pistons or upgraded cylinders, and of course some steel wheels as well.

And you would be probably better off getting a second-hand IP Jane which has all that, plus it has the much better Cheddar Models boiler as well (at least in my opinion).

Look at MTA's bargain today at Merstham - £180.

I'd need more convincing that that boiler is much better than a Mamod one which has been soldered up properly & fitted with an uprated safety valve which can be screwed right down.

rangerssteamtoys · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 12:22 am Post subject:

Go with the marine engine. It looks so nice. Ooooh Shiiiiiney

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Stitch · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 1:50 am Post subject:

Another option, put the hard earned cash towards a lathe and start making your own engines

flywheel61 · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 3:43 am Post subject:

Hmm, very difficult, I think I'd leave the SL1 as it is, and of you wanted a more powerful engine go with what Chris Cairns suggested.

As you are already a marine enthusiast, I can see you building an fantastic boat based around that twin engine.

Cheers

Chris
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Steve_S · Posted: Sun May 18, 2008 10:11 am Post subject:

I'd go for the marine engine too. It looks fascinating... presumably it could push a BIG boat?

MooseMan · Posted: Mon May 19, 2008 2:19 pm Post subject:

Done it - just ordered the TVR1A kit!
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IndianaRog · Posted: Mon May 19, 2008 2:51 pm Post subject:

We'd expect nothing less from the Admiral of the forum fleet!!!
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