D I S C L A I M E R
Please read:

• You are responsible for your own safety - it is up to you to educate yourself on safe construction and operating practices before starting any project involving live steam.
• All content presented in these pages is for informational purposes only and does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation of any particular technique, component, or design practice.  The sole purpose of this website is to document the way in which I built my first live steam locomotive.
• It is up to each individual visiting this site to research and decide for themselves the suitability and safety of any techniques, components, or design practices they may wish to employ in their own practice.

• When approached correctly, building and operating live steam locomotives can be a safe and enjoyable hobby.  There are many books available in the hobby to guide and educate the novice.  Check with one or more of the online live steam discussion groups for recommendations.