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Setting Up and Adjusting Valves on a Model Steam Engine

Offered By: Keith Rucker - VintageMachinery.org via YouTube

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Mechanical Engineering Courses

Course Description

Overview

Learn how to set up and adjust valves on a model steam engine in this comprehensive 32-minute video tutorial. Mount the engine to a new display board, prepare it for operation with air, and master the process of valve adjustment. Follow along as the instructor guides you through disassembly, assembly, mounting, drilling, installing components, and opening the steam chest. Gain valuable insights into valve adjustment techniques and testing procedures. Perfect for model steam engine enthusiasts and those interested in vintage machinery restoration.

Syllabus

Introduction
Disassembly
Assembly
Mounting
Front End
Drilling
Installing Governor Valve
Installing Screws
Opening Steam Chest
Lesson 101
Adjusting the Valve
Testing the Valve
Final Thoughts


Taught by

Keith Rucker - VintageMachinery.org

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