Hi from sunny Switzerland.

[calypso]

I feel a bit of an imposter posting on this forum.

Although I have always loved engines, especially miniature ones, I do not own a lathe and I certainly don't have the skills to use one if I did.

My only saving grace is that I do collect small steam engines, mostly German, some dating back to the early 20th century http://www.youtube.com/user/calypso22.

I have frequently wished I could make parts, as some have been very difficult to source, so maybe the time will come when I will make a start.

Anyway, from what I've seen from your forum, I think I will be spending a lot of time reading and learning. Fascinating stuff.

[Bernd]

Welcome to the collective John. 

I wouldn't worry to much about learning to run a lathe/mill. We're here to help with selction (always fun to spend somebody elses money.  ) if need be. But take your time and look around. We'll be more than happy to answer your question knowledgeably or at least try to.

Regards,
Bernd

[spuddevans]

Hi there  welcome to the cube 

Tim

[dsquire]

Hi calypso

Welcome to MadModder. That is an impressive collection that you have. I went and watched several of them and I will be going back to watch the rest. Having a lathe or mill is not required to join the forum. We look forward to seeing more pictures of your collection and restoration of engines as you progress. 

Cheers 

Don

[Stilldrillin]

Hi John!  

Very nice to see you here.....  

The natives are very friendly (mostly). All will help, with any question..... Just ask!  

Above all, join in, and ENJOY!  

David D

PS.

Are we going to see your little friend, in the bottom corner?

[calypso]

Hello David.

You mean ..........

[Stilldrillin]

Hello David.

You mean ..........

That`s him! 

David Drillin

[Brass_Machine]

Hi John!

Welcome to the collective

There is no need to own machine tools to be a regular poster/contributor/commenter/modder etc... just the desire to get things done. So dive right in.

Eric