Steam Roller, My first engine !

[nurquhar]

Dear All

I am on the lookout for my first engine (Full Size). I have a notion that my budget should run to a reasonable roller. Providing its not something that's as rare as rocking horse dodo or you have had all the motion gear gold plated !

I am looking for something which is in running order, in ticket on the boiler and looking good for some years. I am open to suggestions as to types and sizes but I am leaning towards something at the larger end of the scale (10T ish), perhaps Fowler or Aveling.

The only instruction from the wife and daughter is get one with a canopy !

I can deal with some work to get it up to scratch but I want to avoid long periods of 'off the road'.



PM me if you have some suggestions for me to follow.

[Sick of brasso]

There are plenty to choose from in Old Glory this month. At least 3 fowlers i think.

Jamie

[johnsawle]

Well done you and good luck.

[nurquhar]

Originally Posted by Sick of brasso

There are plenty to choose from in Old Glory this month. At least 3 fowlers i think.

Jamie

Yep, keeping a keen eye on OG ads. One Fowler is sold, another needs new firebox, the other seems to be on the wrong continent. I guess I have waited nearly 40 yrs to be able to be a buyer so another month perhaps won't hurt.

[nurquhar]

Went to see A & P roller, long out of date on boiler cert, needs plenty work to achieve show condition. No negotiation possible on a top dollar asking price.

[Ransomes AM54]

Be thankful you're not looking for a big Garrett single.

[weidner]

Originally Posted by nurquhar

Went to see A & P roller, long out of date on boiler cert, needs plenty work to achieve show condition. No negotiation possible on a top dollar asking price.

Which means that the does not want to sell it . Don't let him see your cash .

[Engine John]

Don't despair. There are plenty out there and you will more than likely find what you want.

[Kurt Jensen]

Hallo, I have A completely restored Aveling & Porter 12 tonen, I Can send picture by E-mail

[stressed myke]

The rollers will pop up a bit more frequent now the rally season is drawing to a close. Don't rush into anything before you buy and ask loads of questions from other owners on steaming, roading, maintenance as some makes are much better than others.

Good luck

Myke