Toy and model steam engines and turbines by Jensen, Karsten, Mamod, Stuart, Empire, LiNEy & others plus engine videos with sound & helpful restoration tips
NOT much new to report over the summer...after finishing up my 2nd Jensen 51 replica project for a friend, I've taken off a few months from "doing", to enjoy "running" my collection, adding 35 hours to my own Jensen 51 replica for example. As a result, instead of adding to my collection, I pruned it somewhat of the items I had lost interest in. I do this 1-2 times a year, clearing a bit of shelf space and freeing up some funds for the next thing that catches my eye.
Maier Mechanic Butane engine. Added this unique style of engine in Sept., NOT a steam engine, but every bit as much fun. It is one cylinder and runs on cig. lighter butane. Check it out under the "All Other Engines" tab. (video included!)
Oct, Nov and Dec 2009
150th Anniversary !!! Having just passed the 150th hour of operation of my Jensen 51 replica (51R001) on Oct. 30th, I have completely redone the website tab covering it, with new photos and writeup showing a number of enhancements incorporated into that power plant over the past 12 months.
Fleischmann accessory...Added my first Fleischmann accessory to accompany the first engine I ever owned, my 122/3. The accessory is the popular "Man Making Sausages". It is in with the Fleischmann on the "Home Page".
Wilesco D45 vertical engine...Older example added replacing an almost identical D455 I'd purchased new in 2005. Why? Check it out in the "All Other Engines" section.
Jensen Model 15 generators...Updated the "Jensen Steam Engine" section with two more examples of different model 15 generators...now 6 primary types are shown.
Sutcliffe miniature oil cans...Added a pair to the "All Other Engines" section. I know they are NOT engines, but they make a nice accompanyment to my British Stuart engines, where they look right at home with them on the shelves.
PM Research Whistle adaptation to a Jensen boiler...Found a simple way to make this superb whistle fit a Jensen with it's odd boiler/whistle thread size...check it out in the Restorer's Toolbox.
Jan, Feb and Mar 2010
Bowman 234 Loco & Tender...I've added my first live steam locomotive, an 80 year old no less. Restored, up and running with videos too. Check it out in the "All Other Engines" section.
July, Aug and Sept 2009