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    Default Lake Goldsmith Steam Rally

    I went to the LakeGoldsmith steam rally yesterday and if old engines, tractors, steam or industrial things blow your skirt up then I would highly recommend a visit to this twice a year event.
    I usually have an engine on display however magneto problems prevented this yesterday, the up side being I had more time for the lookin'.

    Here's a few photos some of you might enjoy:

    Photo1 is a small Macson variable speed drill, no need to program a VFD here. I have seen these before but not in this small size.
    Photo 2 is a small camel back drill again unusual in this size.
    Photo 3 is one for you shaper blokes and continues the small theme, I would guess the stroke to be in the 6 inch range and despite not seeing any makers mark it appeared to be factory made. It's about 2/3 the size of a 10" Douglas.
    Photo 4 is probably my favourite engine on the site. When this 1934 twin cylinder Ruston rated at 132HP is running its 3+ ton flywheel at 235RPM you can really feel it and get an appreciation of its power.
    Photo 5 is one for Phil (Steamwhisperer) a John Fowler traction engine, just one of the many fantastic steam machines running on the site.

    Cheers,
    Greg.

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    Thanks for the pics Greg. I spent most of the day there going in and out of all the sheds. There really is a lot of stuff to see. Pity we didn't bump into each other. Would have been good to catch up.

    Phil

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    Some really nice gear there, thanks for the pictures.

    Dave

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    Hey Greg,

    You know we are interested, any more photos?

    BT

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    Quote Originally Posted by Steamwhisperer View Post
    Thanks for the pics Greg. I spent most of the day there going in and out of all the sheds. There really is a lot of stuff to see. Pity we didn't bump into each other. Would have been good to catch up.

    Phil
    And where are your photos Phil? I know you have your own camera.

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    Looks. Interesting I will make sure to take photos of our steam machinery museum openday next weekend.
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    Default open day? wot open day!

    Hi Andre,
    Is the machinery rally you mention the Cambelltown Steam and Machinery do on the 19th & 20th of May?
    Or is there secret steam and machinery business going on in sunny Nowra?
    see ya!
    AndrewOC

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    I'll be back for the 100th in November so if you're there then Phil we'll have to arrange a rendezvous.
    I'll also be at the Gisborne rally on the 20th of May if anyone else is planning to go I'm always keen to catch up with fellow forumites.

    And just for Bob here's a few more photos, of course anyone else can have a look too if they want .

    Photo 6 is the front of the 200HP 160PSI Boiler in the main steam hall. This was built by Thompsons Foundry in Castlemaine which was the subject of one of Andre's posts a week or so ago.
    Photos 7 & 8 are a pair of beautiful Blackstone engines dating from the early 1900's. The one in photo 8 is one of the most complete original specimens you will find anywhere.
    Photo 9 is one that warms the cockles of the heart, kids having fun that doesn't involve a computer or an I-something or other. While safety is well considered kids are encouraged to get up close and personal with most of the exhibits and really experience what it's all about.
    Photo 10 is a smaller Ruston engine with what might be a Douglas shaper in the background but I'm not sure.
    Photo 11 is the front end of the 132HP Ruston engine.

    Cheers,
    Greg.

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    Quote Originally Posted by AndrewOC View Post
    Hi Andre,
    Is the machinery rally you mention the Cambelltown Steam and Machinery do on the 19th & 20th of May?
    Or is there secret steam and machinery business going on in sunny Nowra?
    see ya!
    AndrewOC
    yep thats the one I thought it was next week but you're right it's the 19-20th The secret club in nowra doesn't have much equipment only stationary engines.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Anorak Bob View Post
    And where are your photos Phil? I know you have your own camera.
    Hi Bob,
    Do you know what it feels like to turn up at a rally like that then ask where the camera is only to see a blank stare looking at you

    I have no doubt I will be at the 100th rally (with camera) so a rendezvous is a must greg

    Phil

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    Quote Originally Posted by Steamwhisperer View Post
    Hi Bob,
    Do you know what it feels like to turn up at a rally like that then ask where the camera is only to see a blank stare looking at you

    I have no doubt I will be at the 100th rally (with camera) so a rendezvous is a must greg

    Phil
    About the same as taking 40 photos at someone's 21st birthday and realising the film had not engaged the take up spool. Never forgot to test that there was tension on the rewind knob after that. That was 30 years ago. Now it's flat batteries.

    Thank you Greg for the additional photos.

    BT

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    Quote Originally Posted by kwijibo99 View Post
    I went to the LakeGoldsmith steam rally yesterday and if old engines, tractors, steam or industrial things blow your skirt up then I would highly recommend a visit to this twice a year event.
    I usually have an engine on display however magneto problems prevented this yesterday, the up side being I had more time for the lookin'.

    Here's a few photos some of you might enjoy:

    Photo1 is a small Macson variable speed drill, no need to program a VFD here. I have seen these before but not in this small size.
    Photo 2 is a small camel back drill again unusual in this size.
    Photo 3 is one for you shaper blokes and continues the small theme, I would guess the stroke to be in the 6 inch range and despite not seeing any makers mark it appeared to be factory made. It's about 2/3 the size of a 10" Douglas.
    Photo 4 is probably my favourite engine on the site. When this 1934 twin cylinder Ruston rated at 132HP is running its 3+ ton flywheel at 235RPM you can really feel it and get an appreciation of its power.
    Photo 5 is one for Phil (Steamwhisperer) a John Fowler traction engine, just one of the many fantastic steam machines running on the site.

    Cheers,
    Greg.
    Great equipment Greg.
    I particularly like the 6 inch Shaper, wonderful style about it & restored very well.
    regards
    Bruce

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    Just remembered I had this from the rally. Perhaps Joe could lose the repulsion induction motor and use this.

    Phil
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    Hi all, I only joined the forums an hour ago and what do I find? Steam engines, my other hobby (along with woodturning). I'm a member of the Campbelltown Steam Museum, part owner of a Fowler steam roller. Our next open days are 13-14 October. If you come along make yourself known and I'll give you a ride...Dennis

    www.csmm.com.au

    Sorry, but I can't figure out how to post a photo yet.

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