Plans,Stirling Vintage Hot Air Engine Run Meccano Model Start Price USD 4.97 Current Price USD 4.97 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Monday, October 13, 2008 End Time Monday, October 20, 2008 Location Port Alberni, British Columbia See more about 'Plans,Stirling Vintage Hot Air Engine Run Meccano Model' Description cannyscotsman Store Visit My Other Auctions Read My Feedback Ask Me A Question Books,Plans and Prints 4U Plans Stirling Hot Air Engine Drive Meccano Model Toy click image to enlarge The Stirling hot air engine is an old invention dating from 1807 when it was called the "caloric" engine.Theoretically it should be the perfect heat engine (which the steam engine is not) but many practical difficulties in the design tend to make it not very efficient. In the 1850s Ericson built a large passenger ship powered by hot air engines.However the power to weight ratio limits its use for many purposes.It is best suited to stationary uses and is still used to power some machinery. There are two basic types of hot air engine--closed cycle and open cycle.This model is a closed cycle engine. This model is made from basic materials and is quite simple to build.Tin cans,strip and flat brass and steel wire are used.The piston and cylinder are made from a short length of copper pipe and some drawn tube.Construction in general is aimed at the amateur who does not have a lot of tools and special materials available.The average home workshopper will find it well within his capabilities. This model will stand alone as a beautiful example of early technology from the year 1913 when these plans and magazine article were published.You can mount the engine on a nice wooden base for display and fire it up to show to interested parties.You can also use it to power models such as Meccano projects and other toys and models.A really rewarding project in constructing a working engine which you can be proud of.Most impressive in action and sure to draw interest from all who see it. These plans and instructions were originally published in a 1913 publication which is now copyright expired and in the public domain.We have reprinted them for your enjoyment.Bid on this now and get to work on this great project.This is a no reserve auction so the winning bidder at the end of the auction will own these great plans.I have many more interesting items for sale.Check out my other items! click image to enlarge click image to enlarge 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.Paypal payments should be made within 3 days of end of auction and other payments should arrive within 10 days.If you cannot pay within these times email me and make an arrangement. Shipping to the USA or Canada is $1.99 for 1 or more patterns,pattern books or plans (but not larger books or other items) and worldwide airmail is $2.99 for 1 or more patterns, pattern books or plans (but not larger books or other items).These low flat rates include any number of plans paid for at the same time with one payment.You pay shipping for one item only and all others go free.Shipping for other items and larger books will be specified in the individual auctions,if not the above rates apply.I ship the same day payment is received usually except on holidays or weekends when it will be the next business day. When you receive your items and are satisfied,leave feedback to let me know and I will leave feedback for you.I believe that feedback should be left only after both parties are satisfied with the transaction.All my sales are guaranteed to your satisfaction or you may have a refund on return of the item.If you have a problem with any item email me and I will correct it to your satisfaction.If you leave bad feedback without giving me the opportunity to correct the problem you will receive bad feedback in return.Ebay suggests that any problems be worked out between buyer and seller prior to leaving feedback and that neutral or negative feedback should only be left if the problem is not corrected.Those new to Ebay should pay particular attention to this as improper use of feedback is common and is damaging to both parties involved.I value my customers and treat them as I would expect to be treated.I have an excellent feedback record. Please Add cannyscotsman To Your "Favorite Sellers" List Image Hosting, Graphics & Template Designs Offered By Auction Boutique ©2005 Members Only - No Unauthorized Usage or Duplication Permitted Powered by eBay Turbo Lister Place a Bid!