Newbie Hello

[mklotz]

Hello
I recently acquired a Unimat SL and would like to try a model steam engine from Littlemachineworks.

I am interested in learning how to learn how to used it, before I try real parts. Need to learn about Squaring it up, mounting material, some proper milling tools, etc.
I've learned how to grind tools, and turn soft metal. I've made a center finder. Also, I have 2 Unimat book.

I'm not familiar with "Littlemachineworks". Did you perhaps mean Littlemachineshop?

If you're just starting out, I would recommend avoiding engine kits that use castings. Make a few engines from easily-replaceable bar stock so it's easy to recover from the inevitable learning curve errors. Once you have some skills under your belt you can progress to kits that contain castings.

The engines designed by Elmer Verburg are all bar stock designs and run the gamut in complexity from simple single-cylinder, single-acting oscillators through multi-cylinder, double-acting factory engines and pumps. You can find free plans for all his engines here...

Elmers Engines Steam Engine Plans