William's Wilesco D21 Steam Engine

William demonstrates his D21 steam engine and M56 workshop.

[@F-Man]

Very nice to see a young kid interested in engines and the like. We've got ourselves too many children who don't know anything outside of an iPhone. Good on him and good on his parents!

[@AndrewTerranova]

Thanks. He's got a Wilesco steam truck now too, which seems to be his new favorite.

[@nightlightabcd]

he should join the Unofficial Mamod, and other steam engines, Steam Forum.

[@steamandsmoke97]

A few tips so your kid doesn't blow his eyebrows off or wear out the engine prematurely: When lighting that burner, the lighter (or match) has to be ignited first before turning on the gas otherwise it's going to go POOOF like in the video, and if the lighter gives him trouble and the gas is still on, and it finally lights, the Poof will be closer to a BANG and he could very badly burn himself. Secondly, as Scot said in a previous comment, hot water will shorten steam up time and safe fuel to lengthen the run time. Third, that hand pump is not for pushing out water and steam at the end of the run. The boiler is under pressure, it will do that on its own as energy and fluids always follow the path of least resistance. The Pump is for adding water to the boiler while under steam. There's a slot in the base next to the pump where a small water tank is mounted under the engine. Fill the tank, and while the boiler is under steam you can pump water in while the engine is running so the engine can run as long as the fuel holds out. Lastly, 3 in 1 oil is useless for these engines. Its better to use Steam Oil because it's much more tenacious and is a better lubricant. It doesn't sling off and stays where it's wanted even under high heat. But to conserve steam oil, an equally good solution would be to get yourself a good Pump Oil Can, you can pick one up at an auto parts store, and get some 140 weight gear oil. It does just as good a job and saves your steam oil for where it's really needed, in the valve chest and cylinder. Its better to run the engine slowly too, it will last alot longer.

[@JoshKilen]

SteamAndSmoke97 thanks for the info

[@niels6101]

Exactly, only one extra thing, draining the boiler without fire and 0,5 bar on the boiler is enough! after that the remove the safety valve and let it cool down.

[@philippus67]

Brings back sooo many memories. My dad used to build these by himself.

[@rotax636nut5]

Absolutely superb, William will remember this experience for the rest of his life and will probably pass this excellent engine and workshop on to his own sons. Thank you for uploading this video.

[@scottw550]

tip: add hot water for faster start up time

[@The20thCenturyLimited]

i'm glad he likes to care for that machine! It's an expensive one alright!

[@nightlightabcd]

It bis one of the better ones for that scale!

[@nightlightabcd]

Nice engine William. Have you thought of joining the Unofficial Mamod Steam Forum? Since you have a steam engine you qualify. Actually one does not actually have to have a steam engine, I just threw that in, but it helps to relate to the others in the forum!

[@CB-RADIO-UK]

That's a nice engine. Thanks for uploading

[@bertramjensen8453]

He is good at what he is doing in operating that D21 very good and I own a D20 myself

[@FamTech.]

What fuel do you use? I have a d20 too

[@williamellis3961]

Very nice steam engine William.

[@timblackburne77]

Top job William!

[@wrongway2001]

Very good video. I have the D21 myself which I got as a Christmas present but not got around to using it yet. I have the same burner which I have tested.

[@AndrewTerranova]

Enjoy it. William still loves his.

[@jekimb]

+Troll face gaming it's probably bought from ministeam.com, if you go to the wilesco accessories or such you will see gas burners and tanks and find the one you need

[@darkcustomxxx7252]

great to watch the young ones having immense fun on these awesome machines and appreciating the concept. Good to see he's diligent in the maintenance of his engine too. More fun than a plastic video game.

[@reidmock2165]

What the hell is a "plastic video game?"

[@LoftusRoadLad]

What's not to like? Brilliant--well played lad. Just needs a Tetley tea bag at the end for a nice cuppa for mum or dad.

[@direktorredacted2703]

i kinds wanna buy one as a desk piece and use it when I crave some tea

[@nightlightabcd]

It's not actually that good for making tea!v Although, it is actually a glorified tea pot, with a flywheel to utilize the energy produced!

[@cortexdesigns8471]

spread your loads. when cutting, disconnect the grinder. use the power where u need it.

[@BillPrueter]

Nice video.. Thank you.

[@JosiahRitchie]

Very cool! We need to 3D print him an appropriately sized funnel so he can dump once and go. I imagine William inventing some new milk steaming equipment that will make him millions from Starbucks alone using his steam knowledge. Also, I want one to play with my kids. My son would love it!

[@bobigo7704]

The kid's a pro. You can just tell from his practiced and efficient hand movements.

[@AndrewTerranova]

Bob Igo Truth be told, he didn't learn it from me. He sat and watched many, many videos from other KZbinrs and learned everything he needed to know.

[@AndrewTerranova]

William started out with a much smaller Wilesco (an old D5 we picked up on eBay). We upgraded it once (added a newer boiler with a sight window), but it just wasn't enough for him. He still wants to add more!

[@lightman500]

Very cool video and instructional. Kudos to William! Outstanding demo.

[@nightlightabcd]

Most of us that are into steam are now using squeeze bottles to fill the boiler! Much better!

[@lemon-hk4dm]

i love this

[@elenaverbasco8688]

he is a master of the steam !!!!

[@trainzillamodelrailroading9905]

No, I am!

[@HaroldMcDermott]

I could see me running that 2 times and get bored 😂

[@jimwayne5850]

Wilesco latte machine!

[@FamTech.]

Hello I have a d20 I would like to run it on gas too but where can I get such a nice burner. Can’t really find one! Nice engine

[@gregoffenback6910]

Very nice . What kind of fuel is in the tank? is it pressure feed into the burner? Where can I get one? Does the pump supply the boiler with water durring operation? I have a D 10 may parents bought for me Christmas of 1966. The best toy I ever recieved as a child. I love the D 21. I may have to purchase one.

[@williamterranova1429]

The fuel is propane, it is pressure fed into the burner. I honestly don’t remember where we got the it. The pump is capable and of supplying water during operation, although it does dramatically decrease the pressure.

[@Spiderbuster71]

Nice Engine

[@brockfitzgerald7193]

Where did y'all get your ceramic burner from?

[@edwardgesser2408]

MiniSteam sells them.

[@anhkhoaphan6963]

Very good

[@niels6101]

When you first got the engine washed the boiler out? The fist shot on the gauge shows residue probably of that so clean it up touroughly. I don’t know what kind of water is used but it is better to use demineralised water.

[@edwardgesser2408]

It looks like they’ve used non distilled in there. An easy clean up with some vinegar, although that is delicate work as vinegar is acidic and can also eat solder (so I’ve heard) as well. I use nothing but distilled water and all my boilers are crystal clear and clean.

[@michaelbauers8800]

Such a "pretty" looking model steam engine. Too bad these cost so much, but I understand why the price tag. Seems like the workshop would benefit from clutches or that sort of thing. I expected a bit more torque, but not sure how much loss there is from friction.

[@FamTech.]

The spring/belt was slipping.

[@ELPaso1990TX]

Looks brilliant. Would be great if they made a coal fired version with a proper fire box.

[@nightlightabcd]

They do, but a larger scale!

[@boeing175]

Yes they do but they are bigger

[@weed24356557889]

Very cool vid. Do u have a steam truck.

[@woobyvr9654]

i got d16 but theres no boiler drain on it makes it hard to get water out of the boiler

[@paulhorn2665]

Easy, get a syringe and a small plastic hose. Hold the Machine after steaming to one side and suck it out with syringe. Works great!

[@trainzillamodelrailroading9905]

It seems he has never noticed the water pump on the right. So every time he fills it up he takes of the entire whistle.

[@nightlightabcd]

It's faster and less messy to fill it with a squeeze bottle in the whistle hole, rather then the pump, but if the pump actually works, it is more fun!

[@reactor7576]

I’m not trying to be rude but why didn’t William fill the boiler from the pump

[@boeing175]

I know keep the whistle on tight. Good observation 👌👌😁😁😁

[@williamterranova1429]

Way too slow

[@sakcad]

Notice that the safety valve is knurled, that's where I fill my boiler. No wrenches needed.

[@AndrewTerranova]

I will point that out to him!

[@timdekleijn452]

I don't have a d21, but couldn't you just use the handpump?

[@williamterranova1429]

The pressure valve and gauge are attached at the same point, which causes the water to flow much slower.

[@williamterranova1429]

Tim de kleijn, you could use the hand pump, but it is much slower.

[@LukAlt]

Why gas burner?

[@johnoyler6028]

You need to talk to tell me what you’re doing

[@alexandersandaker3605]

i have a wilesco d21 but i don't have a burner

[@nightlightabcd]

I would recommend the gas burner, but it is more expensive, considering fuel, tank, line and burner! However, solid fuel burners and tablets are cheaper. gels are good, but that gas burners are the thing now, for longer burns. What was fifteen minutes or so for the burn, can be extended to a hour or more, with a low flame, because you can control the flame, and since the boiler has a sight glass, one can observe the water consumption! I guess William knows by now to never let the water run low!

[@Yellow_iron_and_spanners]

I have got the D6

[@chironkeller7901]

What types of fuel can you run it on?

[@williamterranova1429]

Propane

[@boeing175]

Hey William NEVER EVER EVER TOUCH BOULER WHEN AFLAME IR OIL PARTS WHEN BOILING!!!!!!!!!

[@tonywright8294]

Then all of a sudden they grow up !

[@cfrefrigeracao7320]

Esse vai ser engenheiro mecânico

[@K-Effect]

Steam powered fingernail file/espresso machine

[@dr.prof.rudiausbuddeln3196]

Deutsch Qualität👍👌

[@Ramblequist]

No 3in1 oil, yikes..

[@LeKiipe]

I have d16 a older model

[@LukAlt]

Why gas burner?

[@williamterranova1429]

Runs longer, burns cleaner and it allows you to vary the temperature.