[Steam-engine] Wachs Stationary Engine cylinder drain(s)

[Richard Strobel]

  Howdy everyone;

   Getting a little chilly here in the morning's  which is about normal I 
guess, but no white stuff..yet.

  Question please;

 The Wachs parts manual shows a typical glass water level gauge with the two 
handwheels and petcock drain...exactly(?) like I've seen on boilers.  But 
here they show it used for the cylinder drain(s).  I see I can get one at 
McMaster but would like to see if there's any comments on this before I 
spend the bucks.

  We now have a Lunk JUNIOR displacement oiler and it's cleaning up nicely. 
The glass tube is .910 OD and that may pose a problem finding one that 
diameter.  Also, will need some help in getting the right material for the 
packing on the handwheel gland as it appers to take something other than 
graphite string.

  Having a very good time with it.  Piston and rod should go in soon.

  Appreciate any help

Sincerely
RickinMt.