Plans.Hot Air Stirling Engine Run Models Erector Toys Start Price USD 4.97 Current Price USD 4.97 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Friday, October 10, 2008 End Time Friday, October 17, 2008 Location British Columbia See more about 'Plans.Hot Air Stirling Engine Run Models Erector Toys' Description jaymowa Store Plans.Hot Air Stirling Engine Run Models Erector Toys Here is a plan for building a really top notch Stirling hot air engine.This great model is air cooled and will run along at 1000rpm a few seconds after you light the fuel.It is great for demonstrating the principles of the hot air engine and can run small projects such as Meccano or Erector models.The first hot air engine was designed and built nearly 200 years ago in 1816.Due to the low power to weight ratio this type of engine is best used for stationary projects.Many full size engines are in use today for such things as well pumps.However a hot air engine powered ship was built in the mid 1800s and was quite successful.This is a great project which requires lathe work and some mechanical skill.Careful fitting of all parts is required as air leaks will result in low power or not running at all.The plans have detailed instructions on how to fit all parts for an air tight excellent running motor.This is a  double size reprint of this fine plan which was published many years ago in a model makers magazine which is now copyright expired and in the public domain.A very complete and detailed plan and instructions.Buy it now.I accept Paypal or money orders.NOT the USPS domestic money order which is marked Negotiable Only In The US.Any other money order or cashiers check is fine including the USPS INTERNATIONAL money order.Payment is expected within 10 days of auction end.PAYMENT FROM COUNTRIES OTHER THAN THE USA AND CANADA MUST BE BY PAYPAL ONLY AND IN US DOLLARS.Shipping to the USA or Canada is $1.99 .Worldwide shipping by airmail is $1.99.These are flat rates I do not calculate individual shipping charges no matter where you live.All my sales are guaranteed to be as described/pictured or you may have a refund of your bid price.When you receive your order please leave feedback to let me know and I will leave feedback for you.   Place a Bid!