Model Steam Engine Wilesco D32 El. Includes Box, Instructions & Catalogue

  
They simply do not make them like this anymore. Even the recent special editions that Wilesco have manufactured arent anywhere near to the quality and build quality of the original, mighty Wilesco D32. Engines like this come to the market rarely and this specimen is in good condition and comes with its original albeit slightly battered box. Also included is the original sales invoice, instructions and catalogue. Ive owned it for a couple of years and have steamed it a couple of times. Everything works, the gauges all work, there is no leakage and most importantly, the water pump also is also fully functioning. The only fault I can identify is the front drain doesnt work but a simple dose of white vinegar should clear the scale away and get it working. Please refer to all photographs carefully as these form an integral part of the overall description of this engine. Also, as it is an old electric engine, it is recommended you get if professionally tested prior to use. I offer so assurances of safety with it. A quote from the internet sums up the desirability of these engines perfectly. The ultimate flagship of Wilesco steam engines, with a a twin cylinder aggregate, the Wilesco D32 is the biggest one they made. These beautiful machines were made from the mid 1950s until 1982 which make them hard to find and expensive.

But most model steam engine collectors are willing to cough up the price without hesitation. Some are even willing to sell a couple from their precious collection just to obtain this one. Look at the faces of these boys in the picture playing with one...

Yes, I want one as well! Technical Details (lovingly plagiarised from the internet).

The big boiler holds one litre of water and is electrically heated (2 heaters of 750w) because of the size. The engine of the Wilesco D32 has 2x double acting pistons and has 2x 100mm. The two cylinders each have a 13mm.

Stroke and are the same as in a D16, D18, D20, D21, D24 and D28. It's important to have water in the tray before running the engine for the water pump to continually feed the boiler. = 10 cm, length = 23 cm, volume approximately 1000 cm3. Is brazed, the nickel plated housing embracing it is also made of brass and contributes to better thermal insulation. The flywheels are made of die-cast aluminium.

The coupling between the drive shafts is by a universal joint so that allowances are made for slight mechanical misalignment. Wilesco D32's cylinders, pistons, steam chest, as well as slide rods are precision turned parts made of brass with a honed finish.

The Wilesco D32 model steam engine should never be operated without the chimney. The condensed water sump has to be drained regularly and it is advisable to clean it after every run. The valve on the feed water pump has two extreme positions. When the valve is opened (anti-clockwise or idle running) the feed water pump will pump the water out of the sump and return it immediately. This process can be checked by the water flowing from the pump return pipe which is by the sump opening.

When the valve is closed (clockwise = pumping) the feed water pump will pump water from the sump into the boiler. At an intermediate position of the valve it is possible to replace only as much water into the boiler as that being consumed.

However, it must at all times be at least a quarter full. This rule must always be observed. Should it be necessary to drain the reservoir, the feed pump valve has to be in the pump (clockwise position) and the water-valve, to be found adjacent to the feed water pump, must be opened (anti-clockwise). Make sure that a water basin has been but below the waste pipe which is behind the feed water pump. The pump of the Wilesco D32 has to be regularly greased.

Due to the type of valve fitted in the feed water pump, the knocking noise is unavoidable. The Wilesco D32 has electrical heating and is performed by a heating element which is below the brazed brass boiler. An over-temperature fuse has been installed for safety reasons which blows whenever the engine is heated without water. In case of breakdown of the electrical heater, make certain that the power supply is disconnected by switching the power off at the mains and remove the plug from the supply socket. Features taken from Wilesco D32 manual.

Weighted safety valve with steam whistle. Chimney & condensed water trap. Heater with over temperature fuse. Clean water reservoir drain cock. To be used for mounting screws. Cylinder displacement oiler filler cap. Collection from Crawley, West Sussex is available. The item "MODEL STEAM ENGINE WILESCO D32 EL. INCLUDES BOX, INSTRUCTIONS & CATALOGUE" is in sale since Friday, January 18, 2019. This item is in the category "Toys & Games\Steam". The seller is "howsie2008" and is located in Crawley. This item can be shipped to United Kingdom, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Australia, United States, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, China, Israel, Hong Kong, Norway, Indonesia, Malaysia, Mexico, Singapore, South Korea, Switzerland, Taiwan, Thailand, Chile.

• Brand: Wilesco
• Sub-Type: Engines