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See details on Kickstarter. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/morrismodels/laser-cut-animated-engine-art-kits/comments . I’ll update this page later with better details, but I wanted to get the build manual link onto the bottom – and I did!
My first laser cut engine kit was the 7 cylinder Radial. Then came the monstrous 9 cylinder kit. I always said I would do a 5 when I got around to it. That finally happened. I chose to somewhat pattern this model after the Kinner radial, which has the valve train in the back of the engine and not in front like many others. This allows a full view of the master and articulating rod arrangement. In order to still see the valve, I borrowed from the “skeleton” construction for the 4 cylinder. I also cut away parts of the counterweight, so you can see the genuine planetary gear valve reduction drive even from the front (note: the Kinner had separate camshafts, and not a cam plate like this engine has). Even more unique, this mode has roller cams – and that allows it to roll very smoothly even though it is made of wood.
This model is about 450 pieces, and builds a model that is about 14.5 inches in diameter. Like most of our models, it should be considered an advanced build for experienced modelers.
I am very proud of this model. It is much more three dimensional than my other models, with lots of accents hinting at the round shapes underneath.
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