Contents
OSCILLATING ENGINES Ideal beginners’ projects
STEAM AHOY! A twin-cylinder marine engine
THE WORKSHOP What you need, what you can make
CLOCKS The basics explained
A LOT OF HOT AIR The fascination of hot air engines
NOT FOR MICKEY MOUSE! The Imperial/metric problem
TAKE A CLOSER LOOK Outstanding models in close-up
TAKE TO THE ROAD Traction engines make fine models
WELCOME TO THE WORKSHOP Expert tips and techniques
GONE BUT NOT FORGOTTEN Model trams keep the past alive
THOSE FINISHING TOUCHES Don’t overlook the simple details
HERO’S ENGINE Simple model, classic principle
TAKE TO THE WATER The lure of boat modelling
STEAMING ALONG The world of model locomotives
A SIMPLE BOILER For our twin-cylinder marine engine
HOT AIR ENGINE Plans for a simple working model
VAPEUR! Modelling stationary steam engines
ALL THE FUN OF THE FAIR In miniature
SUPPLIERS LISTINGS Essential addresses and numbers
THE MORE MODERN WAY Model internal combustion engines