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by SidWell
Mon Nov 28, 2011 7:55 pm
Forum: Technical - Engines and Boilers
Topic: engine alignment
Replies: 2
Views: 3874

engine alignment

I am trying to put together a process to align my engine to the propeller shaft. Considering a 3" x 5" x 4" compound engine is in the 400 pound range, and the work has to be done in the bilge, I am a bit overwhelmed. Any thoughts on how to make sure that nothing bad happens to either the crank shaft...
by SidWell
Mon Oct 10, 2011 6:08 pm
Forum: Sales and Trade
Topic: Another boiler for sale. It is not mine.
Replies: 1
Views: 3805

Another boiler for sale. It is not mine.

While looking for steam stuff, I found this. It is not mine and is not big enough for my needs.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Live-Steam-Engi ... 4188427429
by SidWell
Thu Sep 29, 2011 6:55 pm
Forum: Technical - Engines and Boilers
Topic: steam atomizing oil burner
Replies: 2
Views: 4466

steam atomizing oil burner

I am working on putting the pieces together on paper to help me construct a complete boiler / engine system. My original thought was to have the boiler oil fired. I am trying to avoid having to depend on electricity as much as possible. I would like to have the oil burner atomized by steam or compre...
by SidWell
Thu Sep 15, 2011 10:34 pm
Forum: Technical - non Engines and Boilers
Topic: how to keep the batteries charged
Replies: 18
Views: 18089

Re: how to keep the batteries charged

Very Nice! That is the kind of answer I was looking for. The Sirius engine may be a bit difficult to find, are there other options that come to mind?
by SidWell
Thu Sep 15, 2011 5:30 pm
Forum: Members' Websites and Boats
Topic: Here is Steamy
Replies: 8
Views: 10570

Re: Here is Steamy

Steamy has a fiberglass hull. Yes, weight is an issue and I will do all I can to keep the weight and center of gravity as low as possible. I do have plans of getting a F250, SuperDuty, PowerStroke to pull her with. The current trailer is a home built and I have plans to get a better one when the tim...
by SidWell
Tue Sep 13, 2011 7:06 pm
Forum: Members' Websites and Boats
Topic: Here is Steamy
Replies: 8
Views: 10570

Re: Here is Steamy

all these boats really are to heavy to be frequently trailed and should be kept in the water. How upsetting to hear that. I live about 70 miles from any navigable body of water. I had hoped to use the boat to explore the many beautiful lakes, reservoirs and the Colombia River here in the state of W...
by SidWell
Tue Sep 13, 2011 4:21 pm
Forum: Technical - non Engines and Boilers
Topic: how to keep the batteries charged
Replies: 18
Views: 18089

how to keep the batteries charged

What is the common electrical configuration for a steamboat? 12VDC, 24VDC?

What is used to charge the batteries? Do you hang an automotive alternator of the drive shaft? Do you install a small aux steam engine? How do you charge the batteries if you are at anchor over night?
by SidWell
Tue Sep 13, 2011 3:09 pm
Forum: Members' Websites and Boats
Topic: Here is Steamy
Replies: 8
Views: 10570

Here is Steamy

This is my new 3 year project. Steamy is a former 26' US Navy whaleboat. The plan is to remove the rear cabin and restore the back half to an open deck, the main cabin needs to be raised by about 4" for more head room, the diesel engine will be removed and a boiler and steam engine will be installed...
by SidWell
Sun Sep 11, 2011 7:14 pm
Forum: Welcome
Topic: Greetings from Yakima, Wa
Replies: 9
Views: 9868

Re: Greetings from Yakima, Wa

@FredRosse: Boy did I miss the boat on that one. Thanks for clearing that up for me. I plan steam in the resivors of the Colombia River, inland lakes of Washington and Coeur d'Alene, Idaho so I should be able to avoid the vacuum pump / condenser configuration for now. Maybe some day we will make it ...
by SidWell
Sat Sep 10, 2011 8:40 pm
Forum: Welcome
Topic: Greetings from Yakima, Wa
Replies: 9
Views: 9868

Re: Greetings from Yakima, Wa

Thank you all for your excellent answers. I think I have the idea now: The vacuum in the line between the engine and the condensor reduces the amount of free oxygen in the water. This reduces rust in the boiler. The vacuum also reduces the backpressure between the engine and condensor. This results ...