I’m game, if no one opposes.
In regular service, 99% of the time, the front and rear markers would all be off. But, don't let that spoil your fun.
The R&D dept. at Harmon is hard at it!…..we’ve been reviewing the research info sent in by all of you!….and one thing that seems very consistent in the actual videos, is the steam exhaust from the generator, …..seems like it’s really prominent, with that said, and beings this engine pretty much smokes all the time, we’re developing a special smoke manifold that will carry smoke back to the generator via a scavenger system. So we’re using the main stack, and just scavenging a sampling and piping it out back, …..this is only in the mock up stage, I’ll be able to control the amount exiting the generator. I think this will work fine with John’s special smoke feature board, again, the smoke ( steam from the generator) will wain when in motion……also, the boys at West Albany have thrown their technical know how on a real special feature we think you’re really gonna like…..but I’m not tipping my hand on that one just yet!!…..let’s just say West Albany’s R&D team is tough to beat!!……so here’s a short video on how this smoke system works…..
Pat
Attachments
Videos (1)
That is a shoooooot-ton of smoke if you know what I mean. Is that because of the pipe in the back that it makes some darn much or something else entirely? Great work for sure. Glad the R&D department is doing that great work that is needed.
Pat, You're upping the ante and setting the bar pretty high for future smoke mods now. Is the scavenge syphon tapped off the base of the stack or directly into the wick chamber?
I am imagining future locomotives on my layout stopping at the smoke fluid station quite often. Now I can see a purpose in making the smoke fluid station a working and viable accessory. Of course I need to start stockpiling JT fluid to keep the beasts puffing.
Ok, I full screened the video, nice connection. Did you solder similar to sweating a copper fitting or just braze it?
That's very cool pat, I'm impressed with the quantity of smoke out the dynamo port. 
Thank you fellas, ….in its present form, it actually works too good, I’ll need to choke it for a good effect,…..
Ron, the scavenger pipe makes a 90 degree turn in the main stack, and aims at the exhaust opening, so it gets the pressure. The scavenger pipe also has to be a hair lower than the main stack so the smoke has no choice but to enter it. It’s a simple set up, the parts are soldered together,……
Pat
Ah, gotcha.
Pat,
Did you angle drill the hole so it would slip the copper in easier on a bias? I take it the pipe looked similar to a upside down screen door hook and is held tighter to one side of the stack?
@Ron_S posted:Pat,
Did you angle drill the hole so it would slip the copper in easier on a bias? I take it the pipe looked similar to a upside down screen door hook and is held tighter to one side of the stack?
Ron, the brass stack is thin wall tubing, the copper scavenger pipe is a wee bit thicker, I just drilled the hole in the side of the brass stack tubing, then just force fed the copper down it’s throat . Once I got it where I wanted it in perpendicular to the stack, I soldered it in place, then trimmed everything……it’s easier to work with the long sticks, then cut off just the portion I needed …….before I actually assemble it in the locomotive, I’ll take a picture of the inside of the pipe …..
Pat
Thanks Pat, I have done a lot of sweat solder copper joints, we owned a softener company when I was a kid and was put to work anywhere needed. Seeing how you did the syphon was inspirational. I am all for adding realistic accessories where possible.
WOW! This loco upgrade is one of the best I've seen! Next time i come across one of these S2s I'm grabbing it and sending directly to you!!!
@coach joe posted:Just buy this one when Pat's done!
Yep, ….when this locomotive is done, …..to market it goes,……keep a sharp eye out for it…..my good buddy Tom Market gave me such a good deal on it, even with the mountain of upgrades, the price will be attractive to even us poor souls!……this is going to be a new chapter on this forum. When I can pick up a project that’s desirable for many, we’ll spec build it with the ideas from this group,…..and the best part, no railroad will be immune, ……it’ll all just depend what comes across the pike!!…..anything from 1900 to now is on the table……we’re just beginning!!…if it’s titled “let’s build” on “Tales From Harmon Shops “ it’s a group community project!!…..good times!!
Pat
Wait what Pat?
@Dave NYC Hudson PRR K4 posted:Wait what Pat?
This is going to be a spin off from the “Tales From Harmon Shops “ ……this has been a lot of fun doing this project with everyone’s suggestions & input……to be honest, every chance I get a break, I look to see if someone has added a new idea, or feature that needs to be on this engine, ….and YOU have been the ambassador keeping lists a rollin’ to keep the project on path with all the add ons,…..I just simply look at your list Dave, & check off when it’s done, or a reminder to get certain parts ……also, behind the scenes, I get a lot of help from Pete, Lou, John, and a whole host of characters sending valuable research info,…..so hats off to you Dave!…..this is a whole new concept, ….beyond “built to order” ….it’s built by OUR order,……what an exciting time!!…..
Pat
Thanks Pat. I just do what everyone else does, maybe late to the party sometimes, but the last one to leave sometimes often. 👍🐻
@harmonyards posted:Yep, ….when this locomotive is done, …..to market it goes,……keep a sharp eye out for it…..my good buddy Tom Market gave me such a good deal on it, even with the mountain of upgrades, the price will be attractive to even us poor souls!……this is going to be a new chapter on this forum. When I can pick up a project that’s desirable for many, we’ll spec build it with the ideas from this group,
Pat
What about a nice "custom built by Harmonyards" badge of some sort under the tender?
Ya know, with your signature on it. Like what Ford did during the SVT years.
That would increase the value substantially😉
@RickO posted:What about a nice "custom built by Harmonyards" badge of some sort under the tender?
Ya know, with your signature on it. Like what Ford did during the SVT years.
That would increase the value substantially😉
Badges??…we don’t need no stinking badges!!…….ehh, maybe someday if it evolves into a monster ……but we’ll see,….I build hot rods & customs for a living, in 30 some odd years, I never put a sticker, a badge or anything on any build I did ……..in my neck of the woods, folks just know I built it, …..cause it’s got longevity built into it…..😁
Pat
