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This book covers patterns, core making and core boxes, casting locomoticve cylinders, the furnace and melting and more. This book will show you the process of casting metal in a sand mold in the comfort of your own backyard.


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Customer Reviews (4.4 / 5 · 5 reviews)

Riley C. ★★★★★

I was a bit worried casting my first locomotive cylinder, but the furnace and melting section made it feel doable. The patterns chapter really helped me visualize the whole sand mold process.

John V. ★★★★★

I was pleasantly surprised by how clearly it explains the furnace and melting process, even for a beginner like me. The section on casting locomotive cylinders is quite detailed and practical for a home shop.

Andrew S. ★★★★★

The section on casting locomotive cylinders is incredibly detailed and gave me the confidence to tackle my first engine part. Pairing that with the clear furnace plans made this book an instant workbench staple.