Stuart D10 - # 8 -- Machining the Cylinders - Part 2

[@willjosephson]

I love the precision with which you approach your model work. Thanks for showing your math and setups, that really is the most interesting part.

[@jacqueso8424]

The setups and finding edges/centres to get to the tasks at hand is very satisfying and shows one sometimes may have to think outside the box.thanx for these

[@ophirb25]

Everytime I'm impressed with your patience....🤣

[@devmeistersuperprecision4155]

Just got out of a court hearing. Won my motion. Now greeted with Joe pie video on steam engines. It doesn’t get any better than this. Serious stress relief!

[@MichaelLloyd]

THe tooling ball was genius. Beautiful work as always.

[@joepie221]

Thank you.

[@123Shel12]

Joe, I’m in complete awe of your skill and ability to analyze a machining “situation!” Of all the channels I subscribe to, I stop what ever I’m doing so I can watch each new “episode” of your current build. Keep up the good work!!!!

[@johnvaluk1401]

Thank you Joe for another awesome video. Coming along nicely. The amount of knowledge you have and are sharing is unbelievable. Have a great one!

[@raymondmurray3447]

This isn't a model...it's a work of art. Fantastic. 16:56

[@georgehollowell9295]

To watch you make parts with such accuracy and precision is always a delight. I'm always impressed that i think you're actually having real fun. What more can you ask for when you are having fun doing what you like. I'm sure there are alternatives to using the machining ball to find the position but I really enjoyed the simplicity of the machining ball method. Excellent job as usual.

[@ave3499]

Nicely done.

[@buckinthetree1233]

If you got a nice job from AvE, then you either did a great job, or he bummed a cigarette off of Dew Claw.

[@joepie221]

I very much appreciate the comment and visit. Thanks for dropping by.

[@be007]

it,s gonna be worlds best and most beatifull steam engine, you are a true metal artist joe ! cheers ben.

[@ferrumignis]

My favourite model to date, and that's saying something after the beautiful lathe, drill press, shaper etc. I can see why the BA thread series is popular for scale models like this (in the UK at least), the threaded parts just look "right".

[@joepie221]

Thanks. I'm enjoying this build as well. Looking forward to seeing it run.

[@fredflintstone8048]

A piece of work one can truly be proud of!

[@peteengard9966]

I have seen them done in many ways. Yours is novel and the results are excellent. To think that you don't need a lathe and 4 jaw is incredible. Thank you Joe.

[@roberthiggins1142]

That is some awesome work on such small parts.

[@stumccabe]

I now appreciate the use of the tooling ball - I don't know who invented it, but it's one of those genius ideas that seems obvious after someone else comes up with it! Awesome work and this engine is on its way to being a work of art! Thanks Joe.

[@ghl3488]

So much to learn but I don't know a better place than here or a better person to learn from. Thanks Joe, great video, you are making me think a lot! regards from Wales

[@johnsantiago1872]

When you're finished I'd like to see all the tools lined up, belt driven on your desk. It's relaxing to watch your videos (since I don't have to do the math). Thanks again for the video, can't wait to see more. John S.

[@samrodian919]

Joe. If you were not a Master Machinist of the highest order, we in England would call you a "Jammy Bastard" but since you are a Master Machinist of the highest order, I just say thank you for showing us that maths works and all hail to the tooling ball lol

[@joepie221]

I think I'll wear either badge with pride. :)

[@samrodian919]

@@joepie221 ha ha ! You got me!

[@paulmorrey4298]

Thanks Joe

[@duaneglover9283]

Looking great , I've said it before and will say it again, your are my favorite shop teacher, ever, right next to blondy hacks, I've been hobby machining for about 10 yrs. but thanks to you too, I now know what I'm doing

[@nicklong9985]

The knowledge and patience you have is amazing

[@glencrandall7051]

I am constantly amazed at the precision. Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay safe.🙂🙂

[@Idontwanttosignupist]

Fantastic! The tooling ball is still making my head hurt.

[@billchiasson2019]

Impeccable workmanship!! Loved seeing the use of tooling balls!! Thanks Joe!

[@briansmithwins]

Like many masters of a craft, you make it look easy...

[@carlhitchon1009]

I love it when a plan comes together.

[@chuckinwyoming8526]

Thanks Joe you are on the ball! When you are on the ball your port holes come out perfect!

[@markdavies8037]

Another informative masterpiece Joe. Thanks for taking the time to do these, instead of making parts that pay at your company. Mark from England.

[@joepie221]

I can multi task.

[@ellieprice363]

Very interesting and precise work as always. I never thought I’d ever see a tooling ball used again. Can’t think of any other way you could have located that point in space.

[@bambukouk]

in all the years of Stuart models being bodged by model engineers, this is the first one using tooling ball to locate steam way holes 😜🤪😛 my hat is off to you Joe 👍

[@davehughes2424]

Bodged?

[@JeffSearust]

going to have to watch this several times just to absorb all the little stuff you tossed in here.

[@bradyoung6663]

Perfect lunch break video. Thanks Joe.

[@TheTacktishion]

Nice work drilling the angular holes.... Makes the cad work all worth while....

[@outsidescrewball]

Years ago I asked Chui about ‘toolmaker buttons” and he explained the use of tooling balls and the merits compared to buttons…..they are expensive yet I have seagulled a wide selection yet haven’t used one yet….great video on this build and application along with various shop setups/gems

[@joepie221]

Hey Chuck. I wish I could have met Chui. He sounds like he was a good friend. Take care and thanks for stopping by..

[@matthewfort3740]

I like how you come up with ways to do a task. Then show it and the math that is required. Great job Joe.

[@stuartsurkitt2585]

very clever, very precise, very entertaining. i never skip through your videos Joe incase i miss something. stay safe fella.

[@TheEvertw]

Nicely done calculating the exact angle for the paths.

[@jackpledger8118]

Thanks for showing how to use the tooling ball Joe. Really interesting.

[@raymondhorvatin1050]

Every one of your videos is a teaching experience thanks for sharing

[@Unrivaledanime]

I’m very proud of our NJ native Joe and all his skills keep up the great work

[@AmateurRedneckWorkshop]

Nice looking cylinders. Thanks for the video keep on keeping on.

[@stevenaegele5228]

Coming along nicely!

[@slypig24]

I really like that tooling ball technique to find the centre. It will be instresting to see how much power engine has when finished. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺

[@joepie221]

I'm curious too. It doesn't have rings, so the power is reduced. I may have to add some. The PM kits use teflon rings.

[@weijingburr2392]

I watch you figure out problems, it helps me to think outside the box. Problem solving is problem solving, regardless of industry it's fascinating how unrelated process can be similar.

[@wallbawden5511]

mate thumbs up always its the first thing i do after opening your video's big Cheers for all your videos and all the shop gems which i have a list of for safe keeping and future reference

[@alanmony1582]

Such unbelievable work, but I'm watching it happen in real time! The experience and investment in tooling make this such a joy to watch. Joe, you could have been a brain surgeon!

[@michaelryan6884]

Great use of your computer to figure out that angle...nice job!

[@samrodian919]

Great Joe! Handheld puke factor only 2 for me! Model looks really great and the precision you got from the angle holes into the ports was phenomenal! You are THE MASTER!

[@colt4667]

There are people in this world who think you are only working with your hands when you do this kind of work. They have no clue. That trick with the tooling ball is so clever.

[@GaryT1952]

A master class...thanks Joe Pie

[@jamesdavis8021]

We only see the highlights of this build. There is an enormous amount of tedious,time consuming work involved.I truly appreciate you,for sharing.

[@joepie221]

Thanks, the bench time is very lengthy.

[@paullewis6612]

HiJoe, It’s going beautifully! Are you going to fit the full forward / reverse lever setup too? I hope so…!! Looking forward to seeing every episode. Thank you. Paul, Bristol 🇬🇧

[@snellscroft]

Great video again, I do enjoy watching you work.

[@angelramos-2005]

Beautiful detail work,Joe.Stay where you are.Thank you.

[@jaybailey3518]

Very impressive !!

[@dennyskerb4992]

👍👍

[@youtube.youtube.01]

I learn a lot from you! I am especially interested in projects with challenges you exhibit.

[@mikepelelo5657]

Nicely expedited. The work is starting to add up. Seems like you just started so it's good to see all the progress. Thanks Joe!

[@ChrisB257]

Novel approach to set up for boring... again some great Pie technique, hadn't thought of that. Also - love that tooling ball - great method. Super work and result - precision wins the day (again). :)

[@russellmcclenning9607]

Detail detail detail now is where it shows thank you Joe for another great video in this series.

[@richardsweet7452]

Beautiful, accurate work and I learned how to use a tooling ball. Thanks Joe.

[@billstoner5559]

I am really liking the looks of this little engine! Nice job, Joe!! 😊

[@karma247ajm]

Beautiful work 👍

[@waynefitch990]

Your skills are amazing. Thank you for sharing.

[@CraigLYoung]

Oh nice V-block! I'll have to build one. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@markspann5813]

Simply impressive, Joe! Thanks for sharing your expertise with us!

[@Gamerock82]

Aah symmetry, gotta love it. Looking great Joe. Feel free to send some of that excess heat this way, we are freezing. Cheers

[@kgee2111]

I love the way Joe thinks...TSU instead of TOP. Hehe🤓

[@Rheasound]

Yours years of experience make it looks like it was easy, when is not. Thanks again, Joe!

[@joepie221]

You bet.

[@davidrule1335]

2:30 Nice work as always Joe. First time I didn't see you edge find twice. I learned this practice from you and it's a good one. I have made an error edge finding, totally worth double checking.

[@TinkeringJohn]

I thought that too when I 1st watched it.

[@MichaelMoranGearHead]

The whole thing is looking really good!

[@robertwatsonbath]

Thanks Joe. Will have to re-visit the tooling ball video.

[@StuartsShed]

Superb - the engine is going to be really special. I have a tooling ball I obtained for exactly this setup on my next engine, so really appreciate the demonstration. 👍👍

[@BensWorkshop]

That is looking very good.

[@donniceblakely1075]

The man is a master in the trade , bar none!

[@danielredmayne6956]

Loved the tooling ball method Joe! Ill definitely be using that! Cheers..

[@mrc1539]

👍 ! Looking really good !

[@BeeGeeTheImp]

Fine work!

[@fountainvalley100]

Here I thought that TSU stood for Twin Stuart. You most certainly bring an incredible amount of precision to your models. Some channels I watch would just eyeball that angled hole. With your setup it was precisely located.

[@frankinpattaya]

Joe,,great work as usual, a real craftsman and you enjoy the job as well, that helps. Regards Frank

[@jdsstegman]

Right on the money!!

[@TrPrecisionMachining]

good video Mr Joe..thanks for your time

[@Radiotexas]

Awesome! I'm absolutely certain the gauge pin dropped thru the cylinders into the standards!!

[@chadolson1352]

Can not wait to see it run. Keep up the videos

[@davidt8438]

This would look so good with old school square nuts on all visible threaded studs. So good. If that’s not possible then I’d opt for tiny flange nuts.

[@andrewjames7616]

Thankyou 👍 never seen a tooling ball before great stuff

[@brianstyrczula9466]

That camera your using does a fantastic job on the close ups Joe.

[@cccook4819]

Cracking job from the UK.

[@LifetimeinWelding]

Excellent explanation. Machining Ball new to me perhaps not required in steelwork &welding. I’ll be recommending thus channel to my mates.

[@joepie221]

Thank you. I appreciate the endorsement.

[@TomokosEnterprize]

Think, think, think, Setup, setup and setup. Don't forget the physics in play here as well eh. Good to see you Joe. I am always impressed with the condition of vise jaws. Yours are all in great condition. I have seen and had to use vises that are hacked into, drilled and hammered the daylights out of. Want some pressure in a job. That's the best way I know of is to HAVE to use a beat up vise that you can't get a good grip on a part. Shoulders and neck muscles standing straight out from worry. That is some slick machining my friend! ! ! No doubt that eh !

[@christurley391]

Thanks for the video Joe

[@richb419]

Hi Joe, when I built the single cylinder version and ran it I noticed substantial vibration, to fix that I added quit a bit of bolt on weight to the crank until it came close to balance. this worked quite well and the weights look like they belong there. Rich

[@dougbartosh5735]

Great job as always!!

[@lennym1636]

Really nice...

[@ianhand4845]

Another lesson from the master to the hobbyist machinist. No wonder I made so many errors

[@tonywilson4713]

He's not a hobby machinist he's a pro showing hobbyists how to do things.

[@robertwatsonbath]

@@tonywilson4713 isn't that what Ian said? The implication being Joe is the master (which he clearly is!). I'm certainly a hobbyist machinist.

[@tonywilson4713]

@@robertwatsonbath Sorry your right I thought you wrote master hobbyist. My bad.

[@joepie221]

Thanks for your support guys.

[@tonywilson4713]

@@joepie221 Joe, In an environment (social media) where insanity is a tradable commodity people like you who make it positive experience are a relief. 👍👍

[@Neptune730]

Lookin' good Joe! I would like one half that size. That size engine would need about a 5-6 foot boat.

[@richardrushworth5552]

Loving the Stuart build. Wish they made a walking beam version for my paddle steamer

[@Gauge1LiveSteam]

They do. It's a 1" bore and 2" stroke. 7" flywheel

[@tonywilson4713]

@@Gauge1LiveSteam Yeah I thought they did to. There's a couple of other manufacturers with some really interesting kits and designs of odd engines if you search about.

[@royreynolds108]

Nice! 👍

[@TMxl-w5t]

Amazing, as ever 👍👌