"LIVE STEAM" WORKING MODEL V-TWIN ENGINE~MACHINED KIT Start Price USD 156.85 Current Price USD 156.85 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Saturday, November 08, 2008 End Time Monday, December 08, 2008 Location Newhall, CA See more about '"LIVE STEAM" WORKING MODEL V-TWIN ENGINE~MACHINED KIT' Description V-TWIN STEAM ENGINE KIT *HIGH QUALITY MACHINED CASTINGS* MACHINED KIT READY FOR YOUR SELECTION OF PAINT AND ASSEMBLY NEW ITEM!This engine is truly a Gem of a Project! STEAM ENGINE V-TWIN Bore ½” Stroke ¾” (X2) Twin Cylinder Double Acting This unique engine has forward, reverse and speed control capabilities, using a single lever which can be driven by a servo for radio control.  Think of it.  Just one servo can do all of this! Stop! Go Forward! Go Aft!  And control the speed in both directions! This engine features a cast bronze base and frames, plus oilite bronze sleeve bearings on the crank shaft and piston rod.  The crank pin bearings are machined from solid bronze which run on a ground pin.  It also has a precision ground stainless steel piston rod with “O” ring seals.  The light weight aluminum cylinders are hard anodized to give you long wear. We are using these as a Booster on our 1 ½ and 2” Scale Atlantic's very successfully.  We are also using this Engine to drive a coal stoker which requires forward and reverse capabilities. Approximate dimensions are 2 ½” high, 4 ½” wide and 3 1/8” long parallel to the shaft.  The crankshaft is 3/16” diameter precision ground stainless steel.  The steam inlet and outlet are both threaded 3/16” 40 TPI.   This kit comes completely machined for easy assembly. You may use a pair of Wooden Blocks and a "C" Clamp to press the Bearings in if you do not have a press. This is a great Engine Kit not only for our Marine but also our Stationary Steam Enthusiasts. You must posses a mechanical aptitude and the ability to understand and read basic mechanical drawings and instructions.  This Engine is rated at approximately 1/4 Horse Power. This is a limited time offer. Our Company is the Licensed Distributor/Dealer for this Equipment! THIS ENGINE KIT IS LISTED BELOW MANUFACTURER'S LIST PRICE!!! Shipping is two choices in the USA which Includes Insurance inside the United States, Please.  You must contact us within 24 Hours of the Close of this Auction and provide us with a Shipping Address and Choice of Payment.  Please contact us before leaving any Feedback if there is a Problem.  International Customers PayPal only Please.  Please ask any questions you may have before Bidding, Thank you! *PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR OTHER AUCTIONS* MADE IN THE GOOD OLD USA!!!  We have Thousands of Happy Customers thus far.  Please See Our Feedback!  WE COMBINE SHIPPING! This Item is listed Below Publishers Retail Price!  We are the Licensed Dealer/Distributor for these Products. The S & H Fee Includes safe packaging so as to allow a Safe Journey.  Please, you must contact us within 24 Hours of close of Auction to make arrangements for Payment and provide us with your Shipping Address or let us know if you are still buying.  We will Ship International yet PayPal only outside North America Please.  Please be sure to check out our other Auctions!  Thank you for Looking and Please ask any Questions you may have Before Bidding. When you are done shopping and have purchased multiple items, please allow us time to scale and figure your order to save you money on shipping.  Thank you. ATTENTION VALUED CUSTOMERS:  PAYMENTS TAKE FIVE DAYS TO CLEAR PAYPAL AND OUR FINANCIAL INSTITUTION.   WE WILL SHIP AFTER THE PAYMENT CLEARS.  THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE. A & K EnterprisesLive Steam & Locomotive Supplies,A & K Railways Companies Place a Bid!