Steam engine questions

[LONGBIKE]

Hey you steam guys im looking into getting a steam engine plant to put into a tug "A very large tug" 54"x13" That im starting to scratch build.
I would like to know:

1) What type do you guys like the best? "chedder or" ?
2) What brand do you like best? "Saito or"?
3) Where is the best place to buy one from?

Thanks for you help,
Jeff

[patmat2350]

Cheddar is now produced by Stuart, who were famous for their bigger engines.

Wanna keep your dollars in the US of A? Look at Monahan Steam Models.
http://www.monahansteammodels.com/

http://www.monahansteammodels.com/images/products/display/HeronHorizontalPlant.jpg

[craig_c]

I met the folks from Monahan Steam Models at the SFMYC's Wooden Boats on Parade event a couple of weeks ago where they had their power plants and some boats on display; I am a convert!

Their engines are so beautiful (before I was a Stuart kinda’ guy). I would definitely go with a Monahan Steamer over a Cheddar/Stuart when the size & scale are right.

[patmat2350]

They are sizable units... but Monahan is also coming out with a line of oscillators, see their web site.

[der kapitan]

Steam power is a bit on the pricey side, but look at the precision that you'll be getting---. :)

I'd like one of these myself, but it'd make some serious inroads into my beer budget---. :o

[ooby]

Longbike, talk to Nick Monahan directly, especially for your large tug. He'll be extremely honest with you about the size of his various offerings and their application to your build.

[Kmot]

Agreed, Monahan Steam engines and boilers are works of art.

[LONGBIKE]

Thanks guys, for your help!

Man those Monahan's are beautiful and yes very pricey! WOW!!
I will talk to him and see which unit to go with. But im going to have to build a few more kits for clients to get that kinda money up for one.

Thanks guys
Jeff