I build the RETROL 84 piece model steam engine kit from EngineDIY

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  • Опубліковано 13 січ 2025

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  • @Xynudu
    @Xynudu  Рік тому +10

    NOTE: I find it runs best if you 2/3 fill the boiler, heat the water, refill the burner (which is relatively small), then run it with the burner door flap open about 5 -10 mm so it can get enough air. It will run quite fast if you do this and adjust the governor. Cheers Rob

    • @ziplocBagofRobloxia
      @ziplocBagofRobloxia 5 місяців тому

      i ordered one recently myself, glad i found your video for this helpful tip, thanks

  • @DiscusRussell
    @DiscusRussell 18 днів тому +1

    Could do with an inline steam oil lubricator and Holes over the flywheel bearings to lubricate. This little setup could be better with a few easy mods. Remember brass don't wear well. Having said that is a great little starter plant for the kids to spark an interest in steam😊

  • @nobbysworkshop
    @nobbysworkshop Рік тому +1

    That's a cracking engine Rob. Looks very well made. Runs well with a nice sound to it. Thanks for sharing. Cheers Nobby

  • @eyuptony
    @eyuptony Рік тому +2

    Looks and runs chuffing great, Rob. Nicely machined components as well. Cheers Tony

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  Рік тому

      Makes all the right noises Tony. Quite complex mechanics. Cheers Rob

  • @thehobbymachinistnz
    @thehobbymachinistnz Рік тому +1

    That is a very cool steam engine Rob. Thanks for showing us.

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  Рік тому

      It's very nice Jon. I managed to get it to run faster after a bit of fiddling. Goes quite nicely. Cheers Rob

  • @jamesnicholson3313
    @jamesnicholson3313 Рік тому

    What a beautiful piece of engineering, I love it, many thanks for the wonderful video. Jim from Cootamundra.

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  Рік тому

      Glad you enjoyed it

  • @malcolmtill
    @malcolmtill Рік тому +3

    Looks awesome but my only criticism is that coming from China I would expect it to cost under $150 not $299

  • @RetroSteamTech
    @RetroSteamTech Рік тому +2

    Hi Rob. Lovely looking engine. From what I've seen the CNC machining of the small parts on these models is very good. Might be worth playing around with the governor to see if you can alter the running speed. Cheers, Alan.

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  Рік тому +3

      Hi Alan. I have varied that, but it's restricted by the amount of steam pressure available. Run faster and it uses more. I ran it on compressed air and it takes very little pressure to run, less than 5 psi, so the boiler could do with one more wick on the burner to get up more steam. I had some lube in the water as well (I usually run some soluble air tool oil ). The wicks are interesting in that they are longish metal coils of stainless steel. Very effective. I'd not seen that before. It sounds good chuffing away with the governor cutting in and out. Cheers Rob

    • @HelpMeToWork
      @HelpMeToWork Рік тому +1

      @@Xynudu I have had mine a few days and didn't seem to get it running at all. Played with the governor but it looked like some pressure was leaking from the governor and even very slightly around the base of the whistle. Anyway lubricating it well, ensuring everything is free to move carefully including lubrication at all pivot joints and piston and now running smoothly, for about 5 minutes until meths runs out and at a really decent speed! Very happy.

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  Рік тому +1

      I found that the best way to run it is (after oiling everything) to heat the boiler to steaming point, then remove and refill the burner and replace it. This greatly increases run time as otherwise the metho runs out too quickly way before the water. I also drilled a very small hole into the metho burner top at the handle end in a position so I can insert a hypodermic syringe needle into it. This allows me to refill the burner while it's lit with the engine running. Works well provided you don't overfill it. I also add a small amount of water soluble air tool oil to the water to reduce drag in the piston assembly. Cheers Rob

    • @HelpMeToWork
      @HelpMeToWork Рік тому

      @@Xynudu I noticed a small hole in the top of the burner tray which would take a needle to refill, but not in the top “lid” sheet so is that where you drilled the additional hole Rob? Mine is now running so sweetly I’m very pleased.

    • @HelpMeToWork
      @HelpMeToWork Рік тому

      @@Xynudu where do you get water soluble air tool oil? I’m in the UK.

  • @enginediy_team
    @enginediy_team Рік тому +2

    so great!!!

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  Рік тому +1

      Thanks. Cheers Rob

  • @wolfe1970
    @wolfe1970 Рік тому

    Ive just got this kit, having a few problems, one being the cylinder keeps popping off, doesnt seem to be a very tight fit onto the valve base, and the whistle leaks alot of steam in the off position,
    Its a nice kit, but seems the tolerances arnt that great

  • @MothershipVideos
    @MothershipVideos Рік тому +1

    Bice bit of kit you've got there.

  • @chuckmaddison2924
    @chuckmaddison2924 Місяць тому

    I've seen them advertised. What I'm not sure about is the pricing.
    Is it in Australian or American dollars ? .

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  Місяць тому

      The pricing should adjust in line with the address/country of the server accessing the link.

  • @mattclark9090
    @mattclark9090 Місяць тому

    Mine won’t stay running. Will turn over on its own power a couple times then stop. I even tried it with a propane torch and it didn’t make any difference. When I put 5psi from my air compressor through the safety valve hole it runs just fine. Any ideas?

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  Місяць тому +1

      Try adjusting the governor spring tension. Also put sealer on the "O" rings under the three connectors on top of the boiler to prevent leakage. The boiler ends screw off to access the retaining nuts. Make sure the piston moves freely in the bore with no binding. It may need lapping in a bit. I said in the video the engine is pretty gutless and everything has to be right for it to run. Cheers Rob

    • @mattclark9090
      @mattclark9090 Місяць тому

      @ I noticed water leaking out of the governor. Adjusting the spring makes no difference.

  • @johnc1848
    @johnc1848 Рік тому

    What lubricant are you using? Great job, ordered one myself after watching.

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  Рік тому

      I use water soluble air tool oil. It's very thin/low viscosity. You can also put a few drops in the water/boiler to lube the drive cylinder. It's available at most auto accessory shops. Make sure you get the correct type as some is synthetic and not soluble. Cheers Rob

    • @johnc1848
      @johnc1848 Рік тому +1

      Thanks, I have plenty of that

  • @Steven_Rowe
    @Steven_Rowe 11 місяців тому

    Hello Rob
    These look fantastic and seem very well made, did you end up paying gst etc as they come from Hong Kong

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  11 місяців тому

      I was gifted the engine kit in exchange for doing the video. It's a nice detailed model. Looks fantastic. Not very powerful and the boiler is only just big enough. Cheers Rob

    • @Steven_Rowe
      @Steven_Rowe 11 місяців тому

      @Xynudu that is really lovely to be given it.
      Probably power is not important, it's not as if you are going to power anything, I think just having a working beam engine is nice plus what a good model to put on a coffee table simply to admire it.
      It would be nice if was reciprocating but it is still bery nice.
      You mentioned power due to a small boiler, so what happens when you run it off compressed air.
      I know you would have the safety value out so you could use a higher pressure .
      It would be interesting to know what the psi is to lift the safety valve.

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  11 місяців тому

      Hi Steven, it would run better/faster with more power off of compressed air as you don't have the pressure variations you get creating live steam, plus the supply is endless. I expect the boiler psi would be very low. Of all the models I have made, none require more than 5 psi compressed air and I expect this kit will be similar as it spins over very easily. The silicon tube from the boiler to the governor is only a push on fit at both ends and the steam pressure isn't high enough to blow it off. Cheers Rob

  • @X1DELTA1X
    @X1DELTA1X Рік тому +1

    what brand of fuel did you use.

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  Рік тому +1

      Plain Methylated spirits. All brands are the same.

  • @dscott1524
    @dscott1524 7 місяців тому

    What kind of oil does it use? Steam oil? Does the kit include the appropriate lubrication? Cheers.

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  7 місяців тому

      I use water soluble air tool oil (readily available and inexpensive) for moving parts and in the boiler water. Oil is not supplied.

  • @CraigLYoung
    @CraigLYoung Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing 👍

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching

  • @enginediyshop6269
    @enginediyshop6269 Рік тому

    Thanks for your video🥰

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  Рік тому

      My pleasure 😊

  • @X1DELTA1X
    @X1DELTA1X Рік тому +1

    what fuel does the burner use

    • @Xynudu
      @Xynudu  Рік тому

      Methylated spirits (denatured alcohol).

    • @X1DELTA1X
      @X1DELTA1X Рік тому

      Thanks so much@@Xynudu