[Steam-engine] Boilers / Repairs

[Dan Donaldson]

Beth,

    Thanks for the advice about getting more insight about boilers I am
considering. Maybe there is someone on this mailing list that can give me
some information on these boilers.

    The first traction engine I am considering is an 26 hp Advance straw
burner with a dry bottom Lefever lap seam boiler. I know that some of the
outside wrapper must be replaced where the axle castings attach. The current
owner has had this engine fired recently to 100 psi. Are there any other
areas of this type of boiler that may have inherent areas of concern?

    The second traction engine is a 25 hp Gaar Scott with a wet bottom
boiler. I have not seen this engine up close yet. I have only seen pictures.
Are there any areas of concern  with this type of boiler? Did Gaar Scott
build there own boilers or did they have them built by other manufactures?

Dan


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Beth" <24port at accesstoledo.com>
To: "Steam-engine mailing list" <steam-engine at lists.stationary-engine.com>
Sent: Thursday, July 15, 2004 11:58 PM
Subject: Re: [Steam-engine] Boilers / Repairs


>
> Dan,
>
> You've received quite a bit of advice concerning your desire to purchase
an
> engine.  May I suggest that prior to getting excited over all of the
boiler
> readings that you research the type of engine you wish to purchase and not
> just the first one that comes along?
>
> Different manufacturers built their engines to different specs and each
has
> its weaknesses.  Some engines are known to have bad corners, others the
> crown sheets and still others tend to have broken stay bolts.
>
> If you can find a knowledgable person with your desired engine style, the
> benefits will be yours.
>
> No matter which engine you purchase, have the funds available to properly
> upgrade the boiler and engine.  If you are fortunate enough to find a
> "perfect" engine, fabulous!  If not, make the time to restore it right
with
> the knowledge that you and your family are on the footplate.
>
> Good Luck!
> Beth
>
>
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