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Ebay Find: Jensen No. 55
« on: December 25, 2022, 07:55:32 pm »
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Re: Ebay Find: Jensen No. 55
« Reply #1 on: December 25, 2022, 08:40:42 pm »
Looks brand new & a mighty fine runner Jim, in both directions it seams very even.
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Re: Ebay Find: Jensen No. 55
« Reply #2 on: December 26, 2022, 04:32:29 am »
Thanks, Bruce, yes, it seems to be a real winner especially at half price!

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Re: Ebay Find: Jensen No. 55
« Reply #3 on: December 28, 2022, 07:28:28 pm »

A very nice engine indeed.

I had one in the past that has since been passed on to another member.   Even though it was in very good condition 

it did not compare.
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Re: Ebay Find: Jensen No. 55
« Reply #4 on: December 28, 2022, 08:21:44 pm »
Oooooh now that's NICE!

I just love a Jensen 55, and you sure got a prime example there Jim!!

Looks brand new, fresh out of the box ...... beautiful!!!
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Re: Ebay Find: Jensen No. 55
« Reply #5 on: December 29, 2022, 12:17:15 am »
Very nice runner - you can't find them in Switzerland.
They look very strong and sturdy.
Congrats,
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Re: Ebay Find: Jensen No. 55
« Reply #6 on: December 29, 2022, 01:05:37 pm »
Beautiful engine, Jim! Thanks for the video. Liked the music, too! I've got an older 55, but it needs some attention.

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Re: Ebay Find: Jensen No. 55
« Reply #7 on: December 30, 2022, 01:51:52 pm »
Very nice find Jim!

You might want to take care of the sight glass leak before your firebox starts rusting.
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Re: Ebay Find: Jensen No. 55
« Reply #8 on: December 31, 2022, 05:21:09 am »
Quote from: SteamerJ on December 30, 2022, 01:51:52 pm
Very nice find Jim!

You might want to take care of the sight glass leak before your firebox starts rusting.

Thanks, I did tighten the retaining ring nut which should cure that problem.

Jim
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