[Steam-engine] Nichols 'D' valve

[David Myers]

--- Ken Majeski <fuller_johnson1 at msn.com> wrote:
> Yes, the Steam should hold the valve to the seat. It
> should be free to move 
> away in the event water gets into the cylinder. You
> can hear them clicking 
> if you close the throttle and allow the engine to
> coast. There should only 
> be enough clearance between the valve and yoke to
> allow it to move in and 
> out freely. 

Thanks Ken, we have the valve flaat (surface lapped on
glass) now have to get the seat the same.  At least I
was thinking on the right lines as to the way it
should be.

=====
Dave Myers
Paw Paw, Michigan

In the heart of  Michigan's wine country.

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