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Re: Richard's Table - Through the Years: Empire 43s
« on: March 03, 2024, 02:23:17 pm »
Thanks guys.  There is only one variation example I am missing (that I know of for sure), the oscillating piston with reverser lever without the water pump.  That would give me 8, which is a nice round number too LOL!  There was one on eBay for a bit but I just couldn't buy it - it was missing most, if not nearly all, its nickel plating (being polished to base metal).  I'd take a pitted, rusted, dinged up engine over one that has been "restored" and its nickel purposely removed.  I have standards ha!

I should also shout out to @txlabman for the Empire sign you see in the background.  That was a gift to me when my brother stopped by his place a few months ago.  I LOVE that sign :-)

Then you will have an Octet Rich!  ::)