I agree entirely with what Tac has said, truly a great job and yes it would be great to see her running.That, Sir, is one sweet-looking conversion - and it's unique!! Unless you have the megabucks metal version, that is. It takes a brave man to attack a Bachmann Shay, that's for sure.
We really would like to see it moving on a YT video - have you/could you done/do that?
tac
I'm a little OCD about stuff like that. I should just let that go if I embark on such a project. I've always liked the smaller, older equipment.I just shorted it. I tried to keep it simple which kept it running well. The engine was traded to me in pretty rough shape and in need of new trucks. So I replaced the trucks and went to work on it. Shortened the I beam frame and tender than built up the boiler. Thank you all for your kind comments.
Hello I came across this thread of your fine Shay,, wondered if I could ask you a bit about it please.For the last couple of years this website has been such a great inspiration to me. Thought I would share one of my favorite bashes. I consider this one of my best works. hope you enjoy.
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Mike
I think it would need a flywheel that could be shoved to get it going much like a Mamod Traction Engine, scary in real life!I'd be fascinated to know how a single cylinder loco could be made to work Jon. Is that Shay a work of pure whimsy or based a proper functioning one ? How would you get over the problem of the thing getting stuck when crank throw is at TDC apart from being very careful when you park it ? It looks very dinky and a lot of fun.
That 2 cylinder you have made looks great Mike, very close to that prototype's inspiration and an extraordinary level of craftsmanship and finish - I've never seen a T-boiler before. Must look it up. Max