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by wbr62
Tue Nov 11, 2008 2:34 am
Forum: Stirling and "Hot Air" Engine Forum
Topic: Beginner Help
Replies: 2
Views: 5388

hi there, welcome to the forum. it should work.the problem could be either leaks or to much froction. check for leaks first(by a solution of washing up liquid?) if this is ok it must be too tight somewhere. place piston at bottom dead centre disconnect both con rods and fire it up,the piston should ...
by wbr62
Mon Oct 06, 2008 1:23 am
Forum: Stirling and "Hot Air" Engine Forum
Topic: Stirling won't run, need guidance
Replies: 13
Views: 14042

hello all been browsing this site for for some time finally jumped in. i looked at the photo of your engine,and aggree with the suggestions. heres mine on a different part. the aluminium block with the air transfer tube could be absorbing most of the heat before it reaches the power piston. the need...