Well, we just passed the 6-month mark on this restoration thread, and I'm happy to report that the job is finally finished! One thing that delayed the process was that I wanted to get a better video camera. I would up getting a Canon Vixia HFG50. It is a HUGE improvement over my old camera! Check out the smooth zooms and close-ups in the finished video. Resolution is much better as well. I'm also debuting my new motorized, remote-control turntable!
There is still one small leak at the steam chest fitting. But I'll probably just let it go. By the way, the whistle does work... it just tends to shower your hand with boiling water, so I dispensed with it for the video. This has been a fun project, and I hope you enjoy the finished result!
Paula