I've just ordered this D14 model, and can't wait for it to arrive from Germany. It's too bad that there's no regulator to control the steam flow, but I think that it looks great. I had two (different ones) of these when I was a kid, but now at 51, who says that you must be a kid to enjoy these high quality toys?
Wilesco have quite a range of accessories, I show a few of them off in other videos. There are always used examples available on eBay, sometimes at very good prices.
Very nice and one of the nice features of this model is that apparently all the smoke comes out of the chimney, adding to the effect. Also it takes up much less space than the other models. And with a pulley you could maybe use it to drive a dynamo for some lighting effects. What I never understood is what the different model numbers represent, ex: D16 D18 D20. is it just the boiler size or does it imply any really significant differences? I am a beginner and am seeking a first model and was looking at the D20 but have now "down sized" (my plans) to a D16, but still unsure if would be a mistake. Any advice appreciated!
I'm not sure the larger engines provide much of a performance improvement. I've never done it, but you can grab the parts lists for the current Wilesco range from their website. If you compare piston sizes you should get s fairly accurate idea of which models offer the same power. Me, I like the D16. It's a great size, not too big, and offers all the bells and whistles.
I've just ordered this D14 model, and can't wait for it to arrive from Germany. It's too bad that there's no regulator to control the steam flow, but I think that it looks great. I had two (different ones) of these when I was a kid, but now at 51, who says that you must be a kid to enjoy these high quality toys?
That's too bad there's no way to control speed.
Just found your channel and Subscribed. Nice engine
Nice video, getting ready to start my D14 for the first time as well.
Good luck! Enjoy
I have done research on these beautiful machines and they have accessories that you can buy that can work with these things
Wilesco have quite a range of accessories, I show a few of them off in other videos. There are always used examples available on eBay, sometimes at very good prices.
Very nice and one of the nice features of this model is that apparently all the smoke comes out of the chimney, adding to the effect. Also it takes up much less space than the other models. And with a pulley you could maybe use it to drive a dynamo for some lighting effects. What I never understood is what the different model numbers represent, ex: D16 D18 D20. is it just the boiler size or does it imply any really significant differences? I am a beginner and am seeking a first model and was looking at the D20 but have now "down sized" (my plans) to a D16, but still unsure if would be a mistake. Any advice appreciated!
I'm not sure the larger engines provide much of a performance improvement. I've never done it, but you can grab the parts lists for the current Wilesco range from their website. If you compare piston sizes you should get s fairly accurate idea of which models offer the same power. Me, I like the D16. It's a great size, not too big, and offers all the bells and whistles.
Buongiorno, c'è un link per poter reperire il bruciatore? Grazie
www.forest-classics.co.uk/ceramic-burners
@@JohnnySteamThanks man, you're a legend.
It will run a generator
Nice vidéo ! Did you Buy the gaz burner separately ?
Thank you. The burner is a Bix burner, which I bought from Forest Classics in the UK.
@@JohnnySteam ok thank you
Please oil the engine befor you fire it up its way better for the engine
Watch the video before you post a comment
@@JohnnySteam i did
@@JohnnySteam its clear that you oil the engine after 01:20 since you fire it up and then oil it which isnt good
Buongiorno c'è un link per poter reperire il bruciatore? Grazie