How to build (from scratch) a steam locomotive

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Tony oily bike

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How to build (from scratch) a steam locomotive - 1935

« on: September 28, 2016, 09:37:32 PM »

After reading "Olds" build thread including the home casting, I thought I'd post this youtube video from 1935 showing how a steam locomotive gets built.

All kinds of machining techniques employed.......... and not a hi-viz in sight Roll Eyes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vx6hmSclbRE


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