If you are into casting then follow this thread

[Black Forest]

If you are interested in casting and foundry work followed by machining the cast parts then you might be interested in this thread. It amazed me how the patterns are made and how complicated the whole process is to make a simple cast part.

http://www.homemodelenginemachinist.com/f31/man-diesel-engine-1907-dm-2-100-a-19073/

[bborr01]

BF,

Yes I am into casting and will check it out.

Thanks,
Brian

[davidh]

casting can be pretty simple too if your into aluminum stuff and take the necessary safety precautions. its a very satisifying hobby.