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  1. 24th July 2013, 07:20 AM #1
    Michael G
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    Default This week in Edinburgh

    Work has sent me off to visit head office in Edinburgh. While here I ducked into the main museum and tried to find something of interest. Only a couple of steam based models. Apologies in advance for the poor photos but through the glass with no flash...
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    These are beautifully made models - how could you dream of cutting them apart (although it does help explain how they work).

    Michael
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  3. 24th July 2013, 07:46 AM #2
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    I want to work where you work Michael
    Great pics in spite of the glass.

    Phil
  4. 24th July 2013, 08:31 AM #3
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    Michael,

    You've rekindled my Rocket interest. Thank you.

    When you are there next, hold the lens hard up against the glass when the museum guard is looking elsewhere. Works perfectly for flash free, reflection free close ups.

    BT
  5. 24th July 2013, 10:48 AM #4
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    Michael a list of events for you not that we want you to see them all
    You just missed the Guildford one by that much
    Events - Model Engineer
  6. 24th July 2013, 12:22 PM #5
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    Hi Michael,
    Thanks for the pictures.
    The tripple expansion engine had me scratching my head for awhile before I realized three of the cylinders are valves(though I'm thinking Phil will have another name for them)

    Stuart
  7. 24th July 2013, 03:18 PM #6
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    The cut away models are driven too so you can see the wheels going around (I wish they had cut away steam in them though...). I'll see how I go. I'm here until Sunday, so I might be able to get back there.

    Michael
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    Quote Originally Posted by Stustoys View Post
    Hi Michael,
    Thanks for the pictures.
    The tripple expansion engine had me scratching my head for awhile before I realized three of the cylinders are valves(though I'm thinking Phil will have another name for them)

    Stuart
    Spot on Stuart.
    Triple expansion with whats called, inside admission piston valves.

    Phil
  9. 30th July 2013, 09:10 PM #8
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    I didn't get back for more photos, but I did find this book in a bookshop
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    Not a bad read (kept me busy on the flight back). It's around 340 pages and explains valve gear, boiler construction, wheels and all the other things that make a steam loco tick. Certainly enough in there for you to appreciate what goes into one.

    Michael
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    Quote Originally Posted by Michael G View Post
    I didn't get back for more photos, but I did find this book in a bookshop
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    Not a bad read (kept me busy on the flight back). It's around 340 pages and explains valve gear, boiler construction, wheels and all the other things that make a steam loco tick. Certainly enough in there for you to appreciate what goes into one.

    Michael
    Be very careful Michael, it can be life altering.

    Phil
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    Quote Originally Posted by Michael G View Post
    I didn't get back for more photos, but I did find this book in a bookshop
    Not a bad read (kept me busy on the flight back). It's around 340 pages and explains valve gear, boiler construction, wheels and all the other things that make a steam loco tick. Certainly enough in there for you to appreciate what goes into one.

    Michael
    16.78AU at Book Depository. My copy is on its way. Thank you Michael.

    Bob.
  12. 30th July 2013, 10:27 PM #11
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    Quote Originally Posted by Michael G View Post
    I didn't get back for more photos,
    Pitty

    Quote Originally Posted by Michael G View Post
    Not a bad read (kept me busy on the flight back).
    Better be good

    Stuart
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