I thought you would like to see this one. It was said to have come from an ice cream shop in the northern Kentucky/Cincinnati area. Appears to be from the mid-1800s but unmarked and maker unknown. The engine's outboard crank would have operated a small pump (now missing) mounted directly below it on the engine's base. Most of the exposed parts were nickel plated indicating the machine was made as much for show as for work. Steam was controlled by the governor by means of a rotary valve shown in the video.
https://youtu.be/AmUwvEZdsVw
That's very nice. Is it yours?
Thanks Bob. Yes, it's mine; came to me from a good friend (now 93) about a year ago.
what's not to love about that Brent...soooo nice , a rarity for sure, thanks for letting us view this beauty .
Jeez that is nice. Smooth and quiet.
The flywheel is exquisite.
Thanks for your comments. Need to make a pump for it.
Brent, it looks and runs great.... Nice work...!!!
It may have powered a freezer for some of the best tasting ice cream anywhere!
Gil
