Finished the paddle wheels and installed them a week or so ago. The other day we fired the boiler and spun them up. The packing gland on the engine needs some attention, but it was a cool day and the steam heat was appreciated.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRKjaXysiIA
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRKjaXysiIA
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Greg
Greg