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That's what the forum is about, if you need some guidance or assistance then there are plenty of us who have been there before you and are willing to help however we can.
Karl.A
Happy birthday! Celebrate with a oyster and clam feast.
Later, Dave S Tucson, AZ
Beginning to look like you have this kit in tow. Looking mighty sweet.
Later, Dave S. Tucson, AZ
Terry
the "curled thing" is the syphon tube - see instructions (brass wire) - google it and you can find out a ton of information what its prototype use was
Jerry
I'm way late to the party on this thread, but just in case... I found a few close ups that I took which may be helpful:
These are some prototype photos that I used (mostly for color and weathering). Obviously, none are an exact match to the model being constructed but it gives you a feel for the machine:
I used a tan enamel based paint with a lot of thinner to color the material. Then, sliced thin strips (maybe 1/32" wide) long enough to go around the governor drive wheel and opposite pulley.
Here's about a 1/2" piece close up:
Jerry
Tyvek sliced extremely thin (about 1/32”)
I am pretty sure you had no idea of all the twists and turns your Double Cylinder Mill Engine kit build would take. I know I couldn't have foreseen it. But along the route others on the forum and Brett came through sharing their experiences of their build of the same kit with explanations and photos. Your tenacity and desire to get this accomplished has helped us all understand, with the help of other forum members, how to get these finely designed and cast detailed parts assembled into the fantastic model it was meant to be. Congratulations and thanks for not giving up. We have all learned something from your build.
Looking forward to seeing your next build unfold.
Later, Dave S. Tucson, AZ
What did you decide to use to create the small belts seen in these photos?
Later, Dave S.