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598903 No.598903 [Reply] [Original]

Hey /diy/, I want to build a steam engine.
However, I have no experience in making anything, so I think I should start with something simpler.
What are some good metalworking/whatever projects I can start on, that would help me reach my eventual goal?
Any tips for a slightly overwhelmed but somewhat determined newcomer?

>> No.598913

>>598903
maybe start with a kit, and then move up from there?

>> No.599114

Have you considered going to your local library and looking through their magazine stacks for such publications as "Live Steam" or "Home Shop Machinist"?

>> No.599126

https://www.asme.org/shop/standards/new-releases/boiler-pressure-vessel-code-2013/pressure-vessels?cm_re=Boiler%20and%20Pressure%20Vessel%20Code%20-%202013%20Edition-_-Left%20Navigation-_-Pressure%20Vessels

>> No.599165

go on youtube and look up chainsaw steam engine. basically you take a 2 cycle engine (like a chainsaw) and you can easily convert it to compressed air (steam) I'm in the process of doing it for a school project right now.