{"title":"Running restorations","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"3-12-inch-gauge-juliet-0-4-0t-stock-code-11338","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge Juliet 0-4-0T","description":"A venerable example of \"Juliet\", LBSC's beginner's design for an 0-4-0 shunting engine, somewhat overshadowed by her younger sister \"Tich\" which appeared a couple of years later and comprehensively put everything else of similar size and aspiration firmly in the shade.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    This one came to us as part of a small collection of engines, along with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/3-12-inch-gauge-petrolea-2-4-0-stock-code-11339\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\"Petrolea\"\u003c\/a\u003e listed recently.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The chassis runs well on air in both directions although the regulator leaks and requires servicing. The boiler showed no signs of leaking at twice working pressure on hydraulic test however, in the absence of any previous history, would require lifting from the frames for an inspection and test with cladding off before further use.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009581928789,"sku":"11338","price":975.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/11338-1.webp?v=1779898433"},{"product_id":"7-14-inch-gauge-lms-black-5-4-6-0-stock-code-12730","title":"7 1\/4 inch gauge LMS Black 5 4-6-0","description":"A 7 1\/4 inch gauge LMS Black 5, an older engine which runs well, although due a repaint and bottom end overhaul - it came to us recently along with a good \u003ca href=\"\/products\/7-14-inch-gauge-holmside-0-6-0t-stock-code-11788\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHolmside which the owner had bought from us last year.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    With a few months left on the last club hydraulic test, we gave the boiler preliminary test so that we could steam the engine - aside from one minute bead of water on a stay which took up under steam, it held pressure well with no evidence of leaks or distortion. It will require the cladding removing for a thorough inspection - given the painting required, now would be a good time to lift the boiler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    On test the engine steamed freely and ran well - albeit with a good deal of racket from the bottom end, with the motionwork and valve gear needing some rebushing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The beautiful scale safety valves worked as well as they look, the injectors picked up reliably - and the authentic-sounding Stanier \"hooter\" whistle is lovely!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Shabby and somewhat tired, but well built in the first place - it's a well-proportioned, nicely detailed engine with a semi-scale backhead. Offered as a running restoration, it has the potential to make a good example of this popular design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e  \u003ciframe width=\"353\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/I3J-D9Eue3A?si=1tzx3lsZqmozis6V\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e      \u003ciframe width=\"353\" height=\"190\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/SUzoJvY3FUo?si=mAZn_S3I6TipC19y\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009584353621,"sku":"12730","price":13950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12730-1_a039bbbf-e0c8-49f2-a15c-dca14b425780.webp?v=1779904649"},{"product_id":"3-12-inch-gauge-rob-roy-0-6-0t-stock-code-10066","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge Rob Roy 0-6-0T","description":"A 3 1\/2 inch gauge \"Rob Roy\", an older model nicely turned out in a lined Great Northern style livery.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    This one has come to us from a local man, he hasn't steamed the engine in several years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler has had a hydraulic test in recent days with new certification issued, the engine runs on air.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009595494741,"sku":"10066","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/10066-1.webp?v=1779898474"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-butch-0-4-0-stock-code-10211","title":"5 inch gauge \"Butch\" 0-4-0","description":"A 5 inch gauge 0-6-0T to the Kennions \"Butch\" design.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    An older engine, it's had a good deal of use and is now due a light overhaul including some rebushing of the bottom end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Boiler is sound and warrantied as such, with recent hydraulic test and certification for same; it steams freely and runs well, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=koLVpMPpYx4\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethere's some video of it on the rolling road here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The injector is set up to feed from a separate water tank housed on a driving truck or similar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    All water feeds worked well on test, although the injector clack leaks back slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Safety valves are completely useless and want either servicing if you're patient and on a budget, or else simply replacing with a pair from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.pollymodelengineering.co.uk\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ePolly Engineering\u003c\/a\u003e which will be beautifully made and work reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009595560277,"sku":"10211","price":2350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/10211-1.webp?v=1779898477"},{"product_id":"3-inch-scale-wallis-steevens-simplicity-steam-roller-stock-code-8836","title":"3 inch scale Wallis \u0026 Steevens \"Simplicity\" steam roller","description":"\u003cfont color=\"red\"\u003eWe sold this one in June last year to an experienced model engineer who has worked on it - sufficiently for us to upgrade it from a \"project\" to \"running restoration\".\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    It's now got full club boiler certification, with hydraulic test until 2023 and steam test until August 2020. We've hydraulic tested the boiler again here, it's sound and warrantied as such. In steam the boiler feed pumps work well although the injector is fussy; safety valves open but don't shut reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    On the plus side, it runs nicely and rear wheels are rubber tyred, allowing for stealthy rolling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cp\u003e    A 3 inch scale Wallis \u0026amp; Steevens \"Simplicity\" steam roller, a nicely-built older model in good mechanical order, the boiler has had recent hydraulic test.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Based on the diminutive 3 ton roller built by the Basingstoke company, in 3 inch scale it's of compact size, easy to transport in a small hatchback. The roller is road registered with V5 document.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009626329429,"sku":"8836","price":3950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/8836-01.webp?v=1779898659"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-polly-i-stock-code-9611","title":"5 inch gauge Polly I","description":"A 5 inch gauge Polly I 0-4-0, somewhat dilapidated from poor storage, with scruffy paintwork and surface rust to brightwork.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine is complete, the chassis partially seized. The commercially built CE-marked boiler has had a recent twice working pressure hydraulic test with new certification issued.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009638355285,"sku":"9611","price":1750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/9611-1.webp?v=1779898746"},{"product_id":"3-12-inch-scale-southern-schools-4-4-0-stock-code-12471","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge Southern \"Schools\" 4-4-0","description":"A 3 1\/2 inch gauge Southern Railway \"Schools\" 4-4-0, Maunsell's handsome design, the most powerful 4-4-0 to run in this country.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    A well made model, built as a two cylinder engine and starting to show signs of its age, with faded paintwork and minor work required, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e    \u003cli\u003eservice leaking drain cocks\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eservice\/replace leaking injector clack\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eservice water gauge fittings to rectify leaking blowdown\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003erepack right hand cylinder glands\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003efit new gaskets or sealant to left hand front cylinder covers, which leak slightly\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler has had hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    On test it proved free-steaming and ran in either direction, it can be notched up in forward gear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e    \u003ciframe width=\"353\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B5yvAXdbAYM?si=hSUtleLUEZbObcFa\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009640878421,"sku":"12471","price":2450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12471-1.webp?v=1779898791"},{"product_id":"3-12-inch-gauge-jones-goods-stock-code-11226","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge Jones Goods","description":"A 3 1\/2 inch gauge Jones Goods to the Clarkson design - rather a rare model, it's the first time we've had a complete, running example.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    This one has come to us from a gentleman specialising in pre-grouping locomotives - with an ever-expanding collection and limited space, the decision has been made to limit himself to English prototypes, the Jones becoming surplus to requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine came to us with boiler certification of questionable provenance - it records the working pressure as 90psi (when 80psi is clearly stamped on the backhead), date of manufacture \"unknown\" (it's stamped on the backhead just above the foundation ring) and a serial number seemingly unrelated to anything stamped on the boiler itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    More problematic was the hydraulic test, done at twice the (incorrect) working pressure, presumably as a \"shell test\" in the absence of previous paperwork. Whilst a shell test certainly does need to be done at twice working pressure, it also requires at least removal of the cladding and usually dismounting the boiler from the frames to enable a thorough examination to be carried out - particularly so in a case like this where the boiler has a seamed barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    We have given the the boiler a preliminary twice working pressure hydraulic test and it appears sound - we would warranty it as such, however it will require stripping and re-testing as detailed above before certification could be issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Other than that, the engine runs well on air and, despite the ghastly paintwork, has the potential to make rather a nice example of this attractive, rarely modelled prototype.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009686229333,"sku":"11226","price":2350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/11226-1.webp?v=1779898897"},{"product_id":"7-14-inch-gauge-bagnall-0-4-0st-stock-code-10655","title":"7 1\/4 inch gauge Bagnall 0-4-0ST","description":"A 7 1\/4 inch gauge Bagnall 0-4-0ST to the MJ Engineering design, an older engine in running order but needing minor jobs attending to and, ideally, a repaint to restore it to its former glory.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Boiler is welded steel with expanded tubes. Since arriving here it's had a chemical washout, internal inspection with ultrasonic thickness readings taken and new safety valves fitted before hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued - \u003ca href=\"\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethere's some video of it in steam on our YouTube channel here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine runs quietly - better forwards than reverse - and steams freely. There are various detail jobs to do, including replacement of the whistle pipework which falls apart when you blow the whistle. Somebody in the past has heroically tried to repair it in situ, with no improvement in the leaks, but a definite deterioration in the spectacle plate paintwork where they've tried to solder the union.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Paintwork is tired throughout, a repaint over winter would transform the engine - we'd be tempted to replace the monotone, all over red with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/non-standard-paintwork\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ea panelled and lined finish, cream in the cab\u003c\/a\u003e (yes I know, much like we paint Staffords - of course we're biased!)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009737281877,"sku":"10655","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/10655-1.webp?v=1779899070"},{"product_id":"7-14-inch-gauge-14xx-0-4-2t-stock-code-10774","title":"7 1\/4 inch gauge GWR 14XX 0-4-2T","description":"A 7 1\/4 inch gauge GWR 14XX 0-4-2T, supplied new by Silver Crest Models it's come to us along with the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/7-14-inch-gauge-gwr-dean-goods-0-6-0-stock-code-10773\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eDean Goods\u003c\/a\u003e currently listed from the estate of the late owner.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine appears to have had little use, it remains largely in as-new condition throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler has had hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e    \u003ciframe width=\"353\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2F8ZGq9KVHQ?si=nKeNZBViYgeXi325\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009737347413,"sku":"10774","price":9750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/10774-1.webp?v=1779899070"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-southern-king-arthur-4-6-0-stock-code-12936","title":"5 inch gauge Southern \"King Arthur\" 4-6-0","description":"A 5 inch gauge Southern King Arthur 4-6-0 - recently rebuilt with a new commercially built boiler, it's in running order although requiring some work to bring up to scratch.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler has had hydraulic and steam tests in recent days with new certification issued. Water feeds are by axle and hand pump - the No.5 injector fitted is too large both for the boiler and its steam pipe, it wants replacing with a 25oz type.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Safety valves proved unreliable on test - one unwound when venting, the other didn't shut - so have been replaced with a pair of new, pop type valves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The tender leaks copiously from the soleplate seam - it needs drying out and treating with tank sealant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    All that said, we were surprised at just how nicely this one runs, with clear, square exhaust beats. The boiler proved free-steaming on test, the engine running on the rolling road without need of the blower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    A worthwhile project; given the new boiler and performance of the chassis, it has the potential to make a decent, powerful club performer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e    \u003ciframe width=\"353\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/yBaeSEhEHoc?si=765BaKshxej6gtsR\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009768149333,"sku":"12936","price":5750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12936-1.webp?v=1779899128"},{"product_id":"3-12-inch-gauge-rob-roy-0-6-0t-stock-code-11622","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge \"Rob Roy\" 0-6-0T","description":"A 3 1\/2 inch gauge Caledonian Railway 0-6-0T to Martin Evans' popular \"Rob Roy\" design.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    A nicely made engine, apparently not run for some time it will require recommissioning for steam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler has had hydraulic test with new certification issued, nothing noted other than leaky regulator gasket, wet header studs and water gauge seals.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine runs very nicely on air in forwards gear, not in reverse - it will need the eccentrics resetting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Complete with grate and ashpan, although it will need a retaining pin making to replace the original which is missing. The buffers are only loosely fixed to the buffer beams.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009783288149,"sku":"11622","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/11622-1.webp?v=1779899192"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-metre-maid-0-6-0st-stock-code-10416","title":"5 inch gauge \"Metre Maid\" 0-6-0ST","description":"A 5 inch gauge \"Metre Maid\", 0-6-0 variant of the ever-popular \"Sweet Pea\" 0-4-0ST, complete with four-wheeled tender.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Fitted with with commercially built copper boiler by Cheddar, it has had recent hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    In running order, it has a variety of jobs requiring attention which could be done whilst continuing to use the engine, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e    \u003cli\u003eService nearside water gauge which gives false reading\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eCheck\/adjust valve settings to improve reverse running\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eRepack pistons which blow by\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eMake\/fit draincock linkage\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eService\/replace injector water valve on tender\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e    On the positive side all water feeds work well, the pop-type safety valves are highly efficient.","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009843941717,"sku":"10416","price":2950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/10416-1.webp?v=1779899368"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-super-claud-4-4-0-stock-code-12608","title":"5 inch gauge CIE 13XX 4-4-0","description":"A 5 inch gauge 4-4-0, this one started out in life as a \"Super Claud\", built to the Martin Evans drawings. Sold in part-built condition, it was finished to resemble an Irish CIE 13XX.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The commercially made boiler by Chambers has had hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued. We noted a minor leak under hydraulic on one superheater element which was dry under steam; there is a slight leak under steam from the dome gasket, which needs replacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    On test the left hand injector proved utterly useless; the right hand one feeds, with slight overflow. The handpump in the tender is reliable and effective.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    When we first ran the engine it proved a shy steamer; things were improved by opening the ashing-out flap under the grate, pointing to inadequate airflow in that area. Steaming was not improved by the grate having been fitted slightly lower than the foundation ring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine ran in both directions on the rolling road, better in forward gear than reverse, with opportunity for improvement by resetting the valves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The chassis will require some rebushing in the near future, at some time in the past it has been fitted with a replacement crank axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Overall, workshop notes describe it as a running engine which, with some attention to the drafting, could be used as-is, with potential to be improved.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e    \u003ciframe width=\"353\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/FquTzSLXtP4?si=quDl_SwyLs_3hHXx\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54031459877205,"sku":"12608","price":3250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12608-1_bef8b75b-70e0-4468-9c80-e2c43e373188.webp?v=1779904670"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-simplex-0-6-0t-stock-code-12933","title":"5 inch gauge \"Simplex\" 0-6-0T","description":"A 5 inch gauge \"Simplex\" 0-6-0T, an engine which - despite its looks - appears to have only been test-steamed from new.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler has had a twice working pressure hydraulic test with new certification issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The steam pipe from the wet header is in stainless steel and, even when nipped up, leaks - it needs stripping and a seal put in. There were minor leaks from the wet header joint - which needs a new gasket - and blower pipe union.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The mechanical pump works, although requires its gland repacking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    On air the engine ran well in forward gear with crisp, well-defined exhaust beats - less confident in reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Paintwork is poor, it's been applied to the brass platework without primer - best thing to do would be to remove the affected parts, strip what remains of the paint and start again.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009849938261,"sku":"12933","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12933-1.webp?v=1779899379"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gwr-0-6-0pt-stock-code-10074","title":"5 inch gauge GWR 0-6-0PT","description":"A 5 inch gauge GWR Pannier tank to LBSC's \"Pansy\" design. An older engine, unused in some years, it's come to us as part of a large collection of steam, petrol-hydraulic and battery-electric locomotives.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Boiler has had a twice working pressure hydraulic test, the chassis turns over freely and runs on air with some wear audible - it will require maintenance work on the motionwork and valve gear over winter, including rebushing the connecting rods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Paintwork is mainly in good condition, apart from inside the cab which appears to have been painted with a lolly stick. An interesting technique...\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009864782165,"sku":"10074","price":3400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/10074-1.webp?v=1779899408"},{"product_id":"3-12-inch-gauge-rainhill-stock-code-9987","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge \"Rainhill\"","description":"A nicely made example of LBSC's 3 1\/2 inch gauge \"Rainhill\", his take on Stephenson's \"Rocket\" as modified after the Rainhill trials of 1829.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine rolls freely and runs well on air. The boiler has had a twice working pressure hydraulic test and proved structurally sound, with two or three minor leaks in the nutted and calked firebox which could be easily re-calked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Apparently unsteamed in many years, the engine is complete bar a missing grate which could be easily fabricated.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009932939605,"sku":"9987","price":975.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/9987-1.webp?v=1779899629"},{"product_id":"3-inch-scale-burrell-6nhp-agricultural-engine-stock-code-9403","title":"3 inch scale Burrell 6nhp agricultural engine","description":"A 3 inch scale Burrell 6nhp agricultural engine to the Plastow design, recently arrived in part exchange against a 5 inch gauge locomotive.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    An older model which has only seen occasional use in the last owner's garden - the \"registration number\" and nameplate refer apparently to the builder's daughter and her year of birth, rather than the age of the engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    It's come to us with no previous boiler history, although a twice working pressure hydraulic test showed up nothing other than a couple of beads of water on firehole door ring and stay heads which were dry in steam.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Well made in the first place, the engine, whilst somewhat grubby, steams freely and runs well - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=AIg_C2xS0Ac\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethere's a clip of it here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    There are various jobs require attention, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003eLeaking regulator\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eLeaking blower valve\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eLeaking clack valve\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eLubricator requires servicing\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eSafety valves lift early, require resetting\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eLeaking injector water valve bush\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eReplace missing water gauge shut off cock handles\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eRepack piston rod gland\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009951027541,"sku":"9403","price":5750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/9403-1.webp?v=1779899666"},{"product_id":"3-inch-scale-marshall-traction-engine-stock-code-9384","title":"3 inch scale Marshall traction engine","description":"A 3 inch scale Marshall 7nhp agricultural engine, built to the \"Pride of the Road\" design.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    An older engine, it's had a recent boiler inspection and hydraulic test. Last steam test dates from 1994 - internally the boiler is in excellent condition, we suspect it's had little use and has been dry stored for much of the intervening time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine runs on air; it's now in need of light restoration with a variety of jobs to do, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e  \u003cli\u003eOverhaul\/replacement of safety valves\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eReface slide valve\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eRefit smokebox door\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eReplacement pressure gauge\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eReplacement mudhole door gasket\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54009997394261,"sku":"9384","price":6750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/9384-1.webp?v=1779899892"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-polly-ii-stock-code-12170","title":"5 inch gauge Polly II","description":"A 5 inch gauge Polly II 0-4-0 tender locomotive, an older locomotive which we last sold back in 2020.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    It's recently come back to us, still in much the same condition with tired paintwork and some wear evident in the motionwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler has had hydraulic and steam tests, with new certification issued. Hand pump and injector work well, the axle pump requires servicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine runs in its current condition, although would undoubtedly benefit from some rebushing work to the bottom end over winter. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Whilst in the workshop, stripping and repainting a Polly is not a terribly involved job - it would transform the engine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010000867669,"sku":"12170","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12170-1.webp?v=1779899907"},{"product_id":"3-12-inch-gauge-southern-railway-greene-king-s15-4-6-0-stock-code-12702","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge Southern Railway S15 4-6-0","description":"A 3 1\/2 inch gauge Southern Railway S15 to Martin Evans' \"Greene King\" design, serialised in \"Model Engineer\" magazine.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Showings signs of only one or two test steamings from new, it appears complete bar the cab roof.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The silver soldered copper boiler carries a Northern Association number - well made, with neatly flanged plates and good solder penetration, we're told it was tested when built.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    A leaking regulator prevented any meaningful hydraulic test but we would warranty it to pass a twice working pressure test once the regulator has been repaired.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010003489109,"sku":"12702","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12702-1.webp?v=1779899913"},{"product_id":"3-12-inch-gauge-rob-roy-stock-code-7858","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge Rob Roy","description":"A well made 3 1\/2 inch gauge Caledonian Railway 0-6-0T to Martin Evans' popular \"Rob Roy\" design.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Standard of machining, fit and finish is good, the engines steams freely and runs well in both directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Boiler has had a hydraulic test with new certification issued, the engine has been steam tested but requires a pair of safety valves - the current ones accumulate - and a smaller injector, the one fitted is too big for the boiler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Complete with a rolling road, built for the engine.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010022854997,"sku":"7858","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/7858-1.webp?v=1779899941"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-achilles-0-6-0t-stock-code-9174","title":"5 inch gauge \"Achilles\" 0-6-0T","description":"A 5 inch gauge \"Achiller\" 0-6-0T, the stretched version of Dick Simmonds' \"Ajax\" 0-4-0 design.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    An older engine, it steams freely and runs well, notching up in forwards gear. Axle and hand pumps are effective, the injector picks up and feeds with a constant dribble from the overflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Motionwork and valvegear are robustly proportioned in this design, well made in the first place with some wear evident.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010040025429,"sku":"9174","price":2850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/9174-1.webp?v=1779900028"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-gwr-15xx-0-6-0pt-stock-code-8130","title":"5 inch gauge GWR 15XX 0-6-0PT","description":"A 5 inch gauge GWR 15XX 0-6-0PT to LBSC's \"Speedy\" design.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    This one came in as a part exchange, the previous owner had been running it until recently. Overall quite well made, with some quirky detailing including the forward facing drain cock operating rod, which looks like you could spear something with it whilst running.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Injector is missing although pipework still present - there is a hand pump and axle pump for boiler feed. Runs on air in a fairly desultory way forwards, not at all backwards, so scope for some tuning here...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Boiler is a commercially made job by the inestimable Swindon Boilers - it's just had a hydraulic test with certificate issued for same, warrantied as sound. We also have some recent club history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010048053589,"sku":"8130","price":2450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/8130-1.webp?v=1779900096"},{"product_id":"3-12-inch-gauge-lnwr-teutonic-compound-no-1311-celtic-stock-code-12004","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge LNWR Teutonic Compound No.1311 \"Celtic\"","description":"A 3 1\/2 inch gauge LNWR 2-2-2-0 Teutonic compound, to LBSC's \"Jeannie Deans\" design, based on the class of ten engines by Francis Webb built between 1889 and 1890.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    One of the very few examples of slip eccentric valve gear to be used in full size - here for the inside cylinder - Webb's technically interesting if complex arrangement found little favour with his successor as CME, George Whale, all ten of the class being scrapped by 1907. Built in 1890, No.1311 \"Celtic\" was scrapped in 1906.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    A well-built model, largely complete and having been fired in the past, although requiring paintwork to tender and parts of the locomotive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    It rolls freely and runs in somewhat desultory fashion in reverse, not in forward - the compounds are quirky things at the best of times, we suspect that some further attention to valves and their timing will be required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler has had a twice working pressure test with new certification issued, it held pressure well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The chassis appears nicely made, with a good standard of machining.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010058539349,"sku":"12004","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12004-1.webp?v=1779900208"},{"product_id":"3-12-inch-gauge-gnr-atlantic-4-4-2-stock-code-12701","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge GNR Atlantic 4-4-2","description":"A 3 1\/2 inch gauge Great Northern Atlantic to LBSC's popular \"Maisie\" design.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler has had a hydraulic test with new certification issued. The regulator has no stops, so will open either way - when open there are leaks from the wet header joint and valve chest covers, which both require new gaskets, and the steam pipe unions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The chassis runs on air in both directions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010068697429,"sku":"12701","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12701-1.webp?v=1779900274"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-gwr-15xx-0-6-0pt-stock-code-9262","title":"5 inch gauge GWR 15XX 0-6-0PT","description":"A 5 inch gauge GWR 15XX 0-6-0PT. Based on LBSC's \"Speedy\" design but with much extra detailing, including Swindon style safety valves; prototypical return crank, crosshead and valve spindle guides, and finely riveted cab and bunker with lamp irons.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Unsteamed from new, the engine has a silver-soldered boiler by Western Steam. It runs on air - better one way than the other, we suspect it could be improved with attention to the valve setting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010087211349,"sku":"9262","price":3750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/9262-1.webp?v=1779900371"},{"product_id":"34-inch-scale-burrell-showmans-engine-stock-code-10014","title":"3\/4 inch scale Burrell Showmans engine","description":"A 3\/4 inch scale Burrell Showmans Road Locomotive; missing its canopy and a clack valve, it looks otherwise complete.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    We suspect it may have been commercially built, but not a design we recognize - similar in size and proportion to engines produced by Mercer, Taylor-Hemmens and Michael Holden but significantly different in detail execution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine turns over freely, it runs on air nicely in both directions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010087604565,"sku":"10014","price":975.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/10014-1.webp?v=1779900373"},{"product_id":"3-12-inch-gauge-gwr-king-stock-code-11055","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge GWR 4-6-0 No.6023 \"King Edward II\"","description":"A 3 1\/2 inch gauge Great Western 4-6-0, No.6023 \"King Edward II\"; well built it's come to us part-way through rebuild of the tender onto a more detailed chassis. Anno domini having caught up with the owner, he decided it's time to move it on to a younger man for the work required to complete it.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The locomotive itself is in good condition; the boiler - which has previous club history - has had a hydraulic test with new certification issued in recent days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The tender is only loosely assembled - the previous owner had acquired another chassis which he intended to detail and use, which is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine steams freely and runs well although requires some work, including servicing\/replacment of the safety valve which accumulates, ditto injector which is unreliable, and piping up water feeds from the tender.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \u003ciframe width=\"353\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/7NDvg-imsGw\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010090029397,"sku":"11055","price":3250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/11055-1.webp?v=1779900377"},{"product_id":"7-14-inch-gauge-metre-maid-0-6-0t-with-tender-stock-code-9839","title":"7 1\/4 inch gauge \"Metre Maid\" 0-6-0T with tender","description":"A new 7 1\/4 inch gauge 0-6-0ST, scaled up from the 5 inch gauge \"Metre Maid\" design, in the same way that the 0-4-0ST \"Sweet William\" is scaled up from \"Sweet Pea\".\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    I first saw this engine in the builder's workshop back in 2017 when we went up North of the border to collect his \u003ca href=\"\/products\/7-14-inch-gauge-lms-black-5-stock-code-7592\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e7 1\/4 inch gauge Black 5\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/3-12-inch-gauge-br-9f-2-10-0-evening-star-stock-code-7590\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3 1\/2 inch gauge 9F\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Now retired, the man started \"on the tools\" as an apprentice in Suffolk, eventually ending up in a senior role in the same company. Shortly before retirement he moved back to the workshop to train the next generation of machinists, ensuring that his considerable experience was not lost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Completed in early 2020, the engine was taken out once and steamed - there were a variety of teething problems identified before it was put back on the trailer and taken home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    After the ensuing 18 months of lockdown, with nowhere to run the engine and its size and weight becoming an increasing problem for the builder, the decision was made to move it on and concentrate on something more manageable - the miniature V8 engine that is already well advanced in his workshop is the smallest I've ever seen, a jewel like thing!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Built to a high standard, fit and finish of all machined parts is excellent. The engine runs on air in both directions, in steam the boiler primes significantly - not uncommon in new steel boilers, where mill residue contaminates the water for the first few steamings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Work required includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e    \u003cli\u003eEither repositioning water gauge fittings or putting a sleeve on the gauge glass - the bottom fittings are below the firebox crown\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eSteam pump currently doesn't work - the builder has had it working on air, but it failed on steam\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eSnifting valve doesn't seat\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003ePressure gauge requires replacement\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e    The boiler is commercially built, CE-marked, welded steel with expanded tubes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The driving truck is fitted with electric high pressure boiler feed pump and an electric vacuum pump.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010103071061,"sku":"9839","price":9500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/9839-1.webp?v=1779900441"},{"product_id":"6-inch-freelance-traction-engine-stock-code-13234","title":"6 inch scale traction engine","description":"A 6 inch inch traction engine of freelance design, eight feet long and weighing in at around a ton. I first bought this engine twenty five years ago, impressed at the time by how well it steamed and ran.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    I kept it while working on the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/8-ton-aveling-roller\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethe restoration of my 8 ton Aveling steam roller\u003c\/a\u003e, using it for everything from rallies to sawing wood for the house (\u003ca href=\"\/products\/health--safety---boys--sawbenches\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ewhen eldest son proved, in the absence of a governor, to be a dab hand at judging the amount of regulator required\u003c\/a\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    My friend Bob used to work part time for SRS in the early days. I met him one Sunday morning thirty years ago when he'd stopped in our village to take on water with his 1913 Aveling steam roller. We chatted, one thing led to another, then I got on board and helped him take it to his next stop - and so a lifelong friendship was forged. He taught me to drive a steam roller, then helped me get my own Aveling which we recovered from a park in South Wales. Back in the day we rallied all summer, then over winter worked on our engines every Sunday down at a yard in Andover.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Bob eventually bought the half size engine from me, selling his Aveling shortly afterwards. \"\u003ci\u003e90% of the fun of a full size engine with 10% of the trouble\u003c\/i\u003e\" was his take on it - an engine you could steam up early in the morning, drive it onto a trailer, take it to a local rally twenty miles distant, and still be back home by nightfall. It was very different to when he and I used to road his Aveling everywhere, often taking a day to get to a rally, and another day to get home.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Now 94, time came earlier in the year for my friend to downsize his engine collection, comprising model and full-size boilers, stationary engines - and the half-size traction engine. We're none of us too sure when last it was used, although the last boiler test was back in 2015. It's fair to say that Bob's engines always went well, if not kept polished to the highest degree - ten years under a sheet in a garage has not done the the brightwork any favours.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Having got it back to the workshop and given the boiler an internal inspection and preliminary hydraulic test, we couldn't wait to put a fire in it, stopping only to replace a missing pressure gauge (we'd managed to leave the original behind - the one shown is a vintage instrument of the correct range, although the red line will need to be re-positioned).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \"\u003ci\u003eDid it always used to run this well?\u003c\/i\u003e\" were Ashley's first words to me, having driven it around the yard. Well, yes was the answer - it really did! It will run down to a slow tickover, sounding much like a full-size engine, and goes very well, with the lightest steering we've ever come across on an engine of this size and weight; it's a delight to drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Cosmetically, it's shabby - the paintwork comes up reasonably well with an oily rag, the brightwork will need some serious elbow grease to get back into nice condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler will need a full ten year inspection, with cladding off. It's made like a full-size boiler, with integral hornplates - thicknesses mainly look pretty good, the tubes are starting to look a bit motheaten although were dry on test. Unusually there are only seven, of large diameter, which may contribute to its free steaming (and will certainly make retubing a quicker job when time comes).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Mechanically, the engine runs well, with age-related wear apparent, mainly in the big end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Road registered, with V5 document; it was originally a single speed engine, it's been fitted with an extra pair of gears to give a higher ratio for the road, along with rubber tyres.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Obviously the work of somebody who knew what they were doing, we're still no nearer to knowing who designed and built the engine - or when - than we were twenty five years ago. If anybody has more information about its history or builder, we'd be pleased to hear from you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Perhaps the best testament to this one came from Ashley as we were leaving the works last night - \u003ci\u003e\"If I had the spare cash, I'd buy it to put in the engine shed next to my Fowler...\"\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNow that's praise for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e    \u003ciframe width=\"353\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/m641tbKPflk?si=VsGyIh--dMgQxAvb\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010108313941,"sku":"13234","price":16750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/13234-1_a2877ca6-b27c-41e7-9173-4e9bc47341a3.webp?v=1779904706"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-chub-0-4-0t-stock-code-9177","title":"5 inch gauge \"Chub\" 0-4-0T","description":"A particularly well made and nicely finished 5 inch gauge \"Chub\" 0-4-0T. It came to us as a part exchange against a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/3-12-inch-gauge-baldwin-4-8-4-columbia-stock-code-8525\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e3 1\/2 inch gauge \"Columbia\"\u003c\/a\u003e from a long-term customer; unsteamed in recent years, it looks to have had very little use from new.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Overall condition - both mechanical and cosmetic - is good. The boiler has had a recent hydraulic test with new certification issued, the engine runs on air, notching up in both directions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Work will be required to recommission for steam: one water tank has a slight drip, both clack valves leak and the hand pump - easily removeable for servicing - is currently seized.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010133840213,"sku":"9177","price":2850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/9177-1.webp?v=1779900609"},{"product_id":"3-12-inch-gauge-lms-2-6-4t-stock-code-12093","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge LMS 2-6-4T","description":"A 3 1\/2 inch gauge LMS 2-6-4T to Martin Evans' \"Jubilee\" design, the work of an experienced model engineer and apparently only test-steamed once or twice - both firebox and smokebox show little sign of use.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine runs on air in both directions with crisp exhaust beats. There is minor play in the coupling rods; fit and finish of the the rest of the motionwork and valve gear is good.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler has had a twice working pressure hydraulic test with new certification issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The pressure gauge required replacement - it's pessimistic, reading 80psi at a true 90psi.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    We would expect some initial commissioning work for steam, as required by pretty much any newly completed engine (including those we build ourselves!).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010157465941,"sku":"12093","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12093-1.webp?v=1779900672"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-lner-y4-0-4-0t-stock-code-13128","title":"5 inch gauge LNER Y4 0-4-0T","description":"A nicely built 5 inch gauge LNER Y4 0-4-0T - an attractive, though rarely modelled design, it's a mystery to us why more haven't been built.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine steams freely and runs well in either direction, with some wear apparent in motionwork bushes and axleboxes. The paintwork is in good, bright condition with some minor wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Well-detailed, the fit and finish of machined parts is good, pipework and platework is all well formed and neatly assembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The locomotive is fitted with a screw down brake - there is a steam brake cylinder fitted, although apparently unused in many years, it would require stripping and servicing if intended to be used in any meaningful way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler has had hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued. We've fitted a new 18oz injector, pair of safety valves and replaced the axle pump O-ring seal, which had been leaking when the engine first arrived with us.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine is fitted with a hand pump although we've listed it as without - it has a broken handle, requiring repair or replacement. Whilst not an involved job to repair once on the bench, its removal would inevitably cause some damage to the paintwork; for that reason - and with an effective axle pump and injector - we decided to leave well alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e    \u003ciframe width=\"353\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/K222qxQkTS4?si=a5XatLna3QdmsgFA\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54031457288533,"sku":"13128","price":3950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/13128-1_faa126e3-3aa0-4cc7-bcb5-39e2e33195ed.webp?v=1779904714"},{"product_id":"7-14-inch-gauge-adams-radial-4-4-2t-stock-code-11016","title":"7 1\/4 inch gauge Adams Radial 4-4-2T","description":"A 7 1\/4 inch gauge Adams Radial 4-4-2T, built to the Dick Stockings drawings, based on William Adams' design for the London, South Western Railway in the latter part of the nineteenth century.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    An older engine, we suspect the TIG-welded Steam Tech boiler is a replacement for the original. It's had recent hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued - injectors work ok but are on the large size, we'd consider fitting smaller ones which would be better matched to the boiler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Chassis turns over freely, with wear evident in valve gear and motionwork which will require attention at some point in the future.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e     \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=YmoQZ_4fm98\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThere's some video of ithe engine running outside the works on our YouTube channel here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010195673429,"sku":"11016","price":7800.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/11016-1.webp?v=1779900835"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-metre-maid-0-4-2st-stock-code-10261","title":"5 inch gauge Metre Maid 0-4-2ST","description":"A 5 inch narrow gauge 0-6-0ST \"Metre Maid\", 0-6-0 variant of the \"Sweet Pea\" design.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The work of an experienced builder, he also built a \u003ca href=\"\/products\/5-inch-gauge-sweet-pea--0-4-0t-with-tender-stock-code-10260\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\"Sweet Pea\"\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/5-inch-gauge-deltic-d5908-stock-code-10262\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\"Baby Deltic\"\u003c\/a\u003e, along with various items of rolling stock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Unused for some years, we've given the boiler a twice working pressure hydraulic test and would warranty as sound; the chassis runs on air - better forwards that in reverse, the regulator leaks slightly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010211696981,"sku":"10261","price":2450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/10261-1.webp?v=1779900895"},{"product_id":"2-inch-scale-allchin-agricultural-engine-stock-code-12515","title":"2 inch scale Allchin agricultural engine","description":"A 2 inch scale Allchin agricultural engine, complete and running on air, although requiring further work.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    On test there were leaks noted from the bottom gauge fitting, safety valves, glands and regulator. The water gauge really needs replacing, it is made of brass, not a suitable material for any fitting screwed directly into the boiler.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine runs on air in either direction, with slack clearances and\/or wear apparent in the crosshead, crank bearings and eccentrics - whilst making up bushes, the rear wheels could use a pair too.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010214809941,"sku":"12515","price":3250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12515-1.webp?v=1779900909"},{"product_id":"7-14-inch-gauge-tich-0-4-0t-stock-code-11248","title":"7 1\/4 inch gauge ''Tich'' 0-4-0T","description":"A 7 1\/4 inch gauge freelance 0-4-0T contractor's locomotive, doubled up from LBSC's iconic \"Tich\" design of 1949, serialised in \"Model Engineer\" magazine at that time.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Built to a fairly pedestrian standard in the first place, the chassis runs on air in both directions after a fashion, although with wear evident in motionwork and valve gear. The valve chest gaskets leak and need replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The commerically built CE-marked boiler by Devon Steam Boilers is in good condition - it's had a hydraulic test with new certification issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    A new pressure gauge has been fitted; the injectors are fussy in operation and require either cleaning, re-piping or replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The regulator is a ball valve with rod linkage from the cab - it requires a replacement gland to rectify a stripped thread.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010230931797,"sku":"11248","price":3450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/11248-1.webp?v=1779900968"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-lner-o1-2-8-0-stock-code-12365","title":"5 inch gauge LNER O1 2-8-0","description":"We sold this engine in 2019 - finely made, it had been test-steamed when first built thirty years before, since when it had been on display in a museum. It came to us from the late builder's widow, still in as-new condition - \u003ca href=\"\/products\/5-inch-gauge-lner-01-2-8-0-stock-code-8765\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethere's a writeup and pictures of it in the archive here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The last five years have not been kind to the engine, with much use and a lack of maintenance bordering on criminal - we've seen engines that have had thirty years regular club use in better condition!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    On the bright side, the commercially built boiler has had a hydraulic test with new certification issued - it remains in good condition, warrantied as sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The chassis needs an overhaul, with all rods needing rebushing. The drain cocks require servicing - none currently work - and the pressure gauge needs replacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The axle pump - originally fitted to the tender - has been removed since the engine was last with us. The back of the tender has suffered some trauma, with damaged paint and bent top valance. The coal bars have been bent and will require carefully forming back into shape (a job we did on a Stirling Single last year - time-consuming and a bit fiddly, but not difficult).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    A worthwhile project - underneath the chipped paintwork and neglected chassis is a well-built locomotive, until recently in ex-works condition despite being over fifty years old. It deserves a decent home.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010268221781,"sku":"12365","price":3750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12365-1.webp?v=1779901020"},{"product_id":"4-inch-scale-ruston-proctor-sd-3-ton-steam-tractor-stock-code-8752","title":"4 inch scale Ruston Proctor SD 3 ton steam tractor","description":"We sold this one back in 2017, it's recently come back in much the same condition as last time we had it. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/4-inch-scale-ruston-sd-steam-tractor--stock-code-7562\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThere are pictures and some video of it running in the archive.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Ample opportunity for cosmetic improvement - the paintwork is tired - however boiler has had recent test with new certification, we've had the engine in steam for much of one afternoon last week, it still runs much as it did last time it was here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    One of the smaller 4 inch scale engines - it's substantially taller and heavier than a typical three inch engine, whilst at the same time not requiring the heavy handling equipment that a half ton agricultural in this scale normally needs.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54010290962773,"sku":"8752","price":6950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/8752-1.webp?v=1779901131"},{"product_id":"3-12-inch-gauge-lms-mogul-princess-marina-stock-code-7064","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge LMS Mogul \"Princess Marina\"","description":"\u003cfont color=\"red\"\u003eWe originally bought this engine back in 2017 - nicely made, it impressed us at the time by how well it ran. Sold at that time - and again in 2020 - it's recently come back as part exchange against a 5 inch gauge locomotive.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    The boiler was tested by the owner's club in August this year with new certification issued, the steam test expiring October 2026, hydraulic test August 2029. However, tested on arrival we noted a leak on one tube at the smokebox tubeplate, which will require repair. The engine still runs well on air, with some wear apparent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    Photographs were taken in recent days-video and words below were taken back in 2017.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cp\u003e    A well built 3 1\/2 inch gauge Stanier Mogul to LBSC's popular \"Princess Marina\" design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    On test the engine steamed freely and ran well. The paintwork is in presentable condition, with some wear-related marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e     \u003ciframe width=\"353\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/V41Y0HQOY0E?si=lSnREckSXCB2-eP8\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54016685736277,"sku":"7064","price":2650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/7064-1_1d30e8aa-4fa1-4b3e-b287-bb429a473dad.webp?v=1779904731"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-santa-fe-997-emd-sd60-stock-code-12646","title":"5 inch gauge Santa Fe battery electric","description":"A 5 inch gauge scratch-built battery-electric, loosely based on a Santa Fe EMD diesel-electric of the 1960s.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Fitted with a 12 volt, 90 amp Parkside controller, with one motor on each bogie, belt drive to both axles. Speed and direction controls are panel-mounted at the rear.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Whilst the locomotive runs backwards and forwards, the rest of the wiring offers optimisation opportunities...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Only one of the two batteries is currently wired in. There is a sound card of pedestrian quality, it only works if the earth wire is disconnected from the battery - however that, in turn, disconnects the motor fan and power indicator. The front running light and battery voltmeter are not working.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Fitted with a pair of extremely loud Fisa horns, there's no risk of people not hearing you coming!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    We'd suggest a complete overhaul of the wiring. Using the second battery in parallel would extend running time, the issues with the earth wire could be resolved at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54031457747285,"sku":"12646","price":895.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12646-1_aed0cc80-bb15-4733-bc74-41aef3fe78f2.webp?v=1779904774"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-gwr-45xx-2-6-2t-stock-code-12996","title":"5 inch gauge GWR 45XX 2-6-2T","description":"This one has come to us as part of a large collection from a long-time customer in Switzerland. Over the years he has bought many fine engines, both from us and elsewhere - in retirement, he has decided that time has now come to downsize.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    He bought this one from us in 2015 - \u003ca href=\"\/products\/5-inch-gauge-gwr-45xx-2-6-2t-stock-code-6376\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethere are pictures and some video of it running at that time in the archive.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Unused in recent years, we steamed it last week following a hydraulic test. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine steamed freely and ran well in both directions with crisp, even beats, although feeling that it needs a day's steaming after its prolonged period out of use. The injector and pumps all worked reliably.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    There is work to be done to bring it back up to scratch, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e    \u003cli\u003emotionwork, showing signs of wear, requires rebushing\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003ethe regulator passes, we suspect a leaky atomiser valve\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003ethe sight feed lubricator worked well until, late in the day, it filled with gunge - it needs stripping, cleaning and refilling with glycerine\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003esafety valves need servicing or replacement, they accumulate\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003e  The work required involves time in the workshop rather than significant expenditure. A worthwhile project - one of the nicest small Prairies we've had in recent years, it runs very well, with scope for further improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    \u003cbr\u003e    \u003ciframe width=\"353\" height=\"198\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/0x1mIFNUfso?si=F-LUlbSRFSp3UwHd\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54016698253653,"sku":"12996","price":5750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12996-1_35ec02a5-e817-4bd4-951b-3da129019943.webp?v=1779904797"},{"product_id":"7-14-inch-gauge-bagnall-0-4-0st-stock-code-9766","title":"7 1\/4 inch gauge Bagnall 0-4-0ST","description":"A 7 1\/4 inch gauge Bagnall 0-4-0ST to the MJ Engineering design, recently arrived with us as part of a large collection of 7 1\/4 and 10 1\/4 inch gauge locomotives and rolling stock.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Acquired many years ago by a long time customer of ours and stored at the back of his workshop, it was never steamed in his ownership.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    We've re-tubed the boiler, the engine has had hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine steams freely and runs, with some leakage past the valves and\/or pistons - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=w8etCEChKM8\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethere's some video of it here.\u003c\/a\u003e There are a variety of jobs requiring attention for next season, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e    \u003cli\u003eService steam pump, which currently gives no indication of wanting to work under pressure\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eRepack piston and valve rod glands\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003cli\u003eService or replace whistle\u003c\/li\u003e  \u003c\/ul\u003e    Cosmetically rather shabby, a repaint over winter would make a huge difference (and, for a narrow gauge engine of this type, not that big a job).","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54019042836821,"sku":"9766","price":8950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/9766-1.webp?v=1779901345"},{"product_id":"3245mm-narrow-gauge-radio-controlled-accucraft-wrekin-stock-code-11677","title":"32\/45mm narrow gauge radio-controlled Accucraft \"Wrekin\"","description":"Freelance 0-6-0T \"Wrekin\" by Accucraft, gauge adjustable for 32 or 45mm track.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Fitted for radio control with servo and receiver, although without transmitter. The locomotive has had recent hydraulic test and been run on air. Timing is slightly off in forwards gear, it doesn't run in reverse - we suspect the grub-screwed eccentric requires resetting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Complete with box, the locomotive appears otherwise in excellent condition, showing little if any signs of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    There is \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.accucraft.uk.com\/products\/wrekin-freelance-live-steam-0-6-0t\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efurther information and full specification\u003c\/a\u003e for the locomotive on Accucraft's website.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Free UK shipping included.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54019044376917,"sku":"11677","price":875.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/11677-1.webp?v=1779901357"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-beyer-peacock-2-4-0-peveril-stock-code-12592","title":"5 inch gauge Beyer Peacock 2-4-0 \"Peveril\"","description":"\u003cfont color=\"red\"\u003e  We sold this one back in 2020 to a prolific collector\/restorer\/builder of all things steam and rail-related. It's recently come back in very similar condition, unused since last time it was here.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    The boiler has had a hydraulic test with new certification issued.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    The engine runs on air, it will require various minor jobs to recommission, including stripping and cleaning the water gauge which is slow to respond. There is some wear apparent in the valve gear and motionwork when running which could be attended to at the end of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e    Words below are from the last time it was here; pictures opposite were taken in recent days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e    A 5 inch narrow gauge Beyer-Peacock 2-4-0 \"Peveril\", the prototype was built for the Isle of Man Railway in 1875 - it remains preserved in their museum on the island.\u003cp\u003e    An older model, this one came to us apparently not having run in some years. It's been in steam for an hour in the workshop this afternoon, running somewhat asthmatically in either direction - forwards better than reverse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    One injector was usable, the second (mounted above the offside tank) has obviously given trouble in the past and been replaced by a third, fitted underneath the cab floor.\u0026gt;p\u0026gt;    Rather a \"round the houses\" way of fixing a dud injector (we'd have just replaced it), it's been piped through the old injector which has had its innards removed and is now simply used to pass water through to the boiler. Or would do, if somebody had thought to blank off its overflow...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    A worthwhile project - we rarely see these modelled, their distinctive, steeply raked cylinders making for an instantly recognizable design.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54019044868437,"sku":"12592","price":4250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/12592-1.webp?v=1779901360"},{"product_id":"3-12-inch-gauge-0-4-0t-tich-stock-code-9950","title":"3 1\/2 inch gauge 0-4-0T \"Tich\"","description":"A nicely built 3 1\/2 inch gauge \"Tich\", the large-boiler, Waschaert's gear variant with minor variations including enlarged bunker and backhead mounted regulator.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Unpainted and mechanically in excellent condition, it appears to have only been test steamed from new.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Boiler has had a twice working pressure hydraulic test at 160psi for 80psi working with certification issued for same.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine rolls freely with little perceptible wear in valve gear or motionwork. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=kTuyGkU20Do\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethere's some video of it running on air here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    An iconic design that introduced innumerable model engineers (me included) to locomotive building - no bookshelf should be without one!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54019069772117,"sku":"9950","price":1450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/9950-1.webp?v=1779901531"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-maxitrak-ruby-0-4-0t-stock-code-11483","title":"5 inch gauge Maxitrak ''Ruby'' 0-4-0T","description":"A 5 inch gauge Maxitrak \"Ruby\", basically in running order although with a variety of jobs requiring attention.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler has had a twice working pressure hydraulic test with new certification issued, we would warranty as sound. Clacks and whistle valve leak, they need removing, cleaning and refitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The chassis runs on air in both directions - dry when it came to us from lack of use, an oil round has improved its performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Missing its pressure gauge and pipe, grate and ashpan, the engine is otherwise complete.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54019116564821,"sku":"11483","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/11483-1.webp?v=1779901992"},{"product_id":"5-inch-gauge-sweet-pea-0-4-2-st-stock-code-10845","title":"5 inch gauge \"Sweet Pea\" 0-4-2 ST","description":"A 5 inch gauge \"Sweet Pea\", built as a pannier tank, 0-4-2 variant based on Jack Buckler's popular design.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    An older engine, it was very softly sprung when it arrived here - never a good idea for a Hackworth geared engine. We've fitted more suitable springs which have greatly improved both the ride quality and forward valve events - reverse remains stubbornly elusive, requiring further investigation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    On the plus side the commercial boiler by Cheddar has had recent hydraulic and steam tests with new certification issued; the engine steamed freely on test and ran well, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=g8XRLwZr_kA\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethere's some video of it on our YouTube channel here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54019127247189,"sku":"10845","price":2450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/10845-1.webp?v=1779902081"},{"product_id":"7-14-inch-gauge-kerr-2c-stuart-wren-0-4-0st-stock-code-10255","title":"7 1\/4 inch gauge Kerr, Stuart \"Wren\" 0-4-0ST","description":"A 7 1\/4 inch gauge Kerr, Stuart \"Wren\" 0-4-0ST to the Ken Swan design, an older engine that had a new boiler fitted in 2010 and then ran at the owner's club up until everything closed down in 2019.\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The engine has done a lot of work over the years, it's now due an overhaul. Bottom end will need some rebushing, it runs quite well forwards but asthmatically in reverse. Wheelsets have some wear - there's enough material in the casting simply to reprofile next time they're out, although fitting steel tyres would be a better long term solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    The boiler is a TIG-welded job by Steam Technology. At its last club test in 2018 one stay in the firebox was noted as showing a bead of water - for that reason the club inspector issued a hydraulic certificate for one year, passed for full pressure running, following which it went back into public passenger service.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    Since arriving we've tested the boiler - at twice working pressure one stay shows a bead of water that will, in time, drip. At one and a half times pressure the bead remains just that - a bead of water which doesn't drip. In steam it takes up, the firebox is completely dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    We consider it structurally sound, safe to steam but will require attention (to which end the original manufacturer has already expressed themselves willing to repair the boiler if returned to them, which is some recommendation for the faith they have in their product).    Cosmetically the brightwork has surface rust in places, including the motionwork; the paintwork is now shabby - both could be attended to whilst stripped for overhaul.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    We had it in steam one morning last week for an hour - it steams well enough and ran happily back and forth on the portable track - \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Ml7EHfn4PFo\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ethere's some video here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e    If you need reminding what a clean example looks like, we sold a nice \"Wren\" a couple of months ago, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/7-14-inch-gauge-wren-0-4-0st-with-slate-wagon-tender-stock-code-10051\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003epictures in the archive here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Station Road Steam","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54019139207509,"sku":"10255","price":4250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1023\/0094\/2677\/files\/10255-01.webp?v=1779902187"}],"url":"https:\/\/stationroadsteam.com\/collections\/running-restorations.oembed","provider":"Station Road Steam","version":"1.0","type":"link"}