Changing Health and family conditions means that it is now time to move on to the next chapter of life and reluctantly offer this business for sale. Hobby Mechanics has been serving the needs of model engineers across Australia for more than 50 years with only 2 owners during that time. This is an opportunity for someone with more energy to take on and expand the operations and activities of this business. But before even considering this venture one would need to have the abilities of a super hero to take on the numerous challenges entailed in this type of business.
Firstly, some knowledge of QR Steam Locomotives 1890 to 1958 and steam locos generally, their operation, nomenclature and histories, an interest in matters pertaining to railways would be an advantage, as would a knowledge and interest in steam engines generally.
Secondly, knowledge of mechanical issues such as machining, moulding and casting, Thread forms for taps and dies, screws, rivets and pins etc. Ability to read and interpret plans, use of 2D CAD systems would be an advantage and a good knowledge 3D Modelling software. Also good computer skills for generating graphics and image processing, sound knowledge of e-commerce and spreadsheets. 3D printing of moulds and components is another area of interest to model engineers so any prospective owner should have some experience in this field both resin and fibre deposition methods.
Thirdly; You would need to know something of metals, how to identify Bright Mild Steel and Silver Steel, Brass and Bronze, cast Iron and Aluminium, also some machining experience with Lathe turning and Milling Machine operations would be a distinct advantage as would workshop operations generally.
If you don't have some or all of the above skills please don't waste your time inquiring as you won't be able to do it! Genuine inquiries only please. Contact the owners hobby.mechanics@bigpond.com