MFSteam
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Before and AfterAfter reading about Stephens super restoration of his Bowman it got me thinking. I've done quite a few engines but the only before and after shot I have is of this little engine.
Its a or rather the remains of a pre war Mamod ME1, an unusual beast and worthy of the treatment.
I was lucky enough to get some good pictures of an original Hobbies engine from a forum member. (You know who you are so thank you  )
From the pics I managed to reconstruct the boiler assembly. The only thing left to do when the picture was taken was to fit a suitable prop.
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John Chapman
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That is splendid work Ian, congratulations 
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wart
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Thats a lovely job well done
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Spokesmann
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Is that the one I saw at Kempton Ian? Its a very fine looking engine indeed.
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MFSteam
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| Spokesmann wrote: | | Is that the one I saw at Kempton Ian? Its a very fine looking engine indeed. |
That's the one, just a shame I had to hand it back to its owner. I liked the look of it so much MFSteam had to have one
Thanks Stephen
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Spokesmann
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I need an pre-war ME1 to complete my ME collection.
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silverfoxsteam
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That's a really lovely job Ian and worthy of celebration here!
I'm quite capable of a bit of restoration but when it comes to reconstruction - I'm quite in awe of your skill (and I hope you'll continue to let me and everyone else tap into it - no pun itended!)
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steamyjim
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Love it Ian!!!!
Realy nice job you made of that, wouldn't know it was a replica if you hadn't told me at STIA!
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MFSteam
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Thanks Stephen, you will be pleased to know that I hate sheet metal work and bending copper pipe so its not all roses.
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