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Steamboats (and Hulls), Autos and Trains for Sale
For Sale: Complete and Running 18-Inch Gauge Railroad
This fun little railroad comes with 3/4 mile of track with another quarter to 1/3 of a mile rail to go with it. It offers four types of motive power.
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Fast wood-fired steam engine.
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Electric 6-passenger riding car/cute.
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Gas car with a ten-horse Wisconsin engine/fast and reliable!
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24-volt slow car for weed spraying.
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Some towing cars.
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The track is in sand-ballast and can be easily removed.
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Also included are four switches, 3 of which are stub, and one split switch.
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Also included are all bending tools needed to lay track, some spikes, bolts, a pile of ties, as well as some spare wheels.
Make an offer!
Contact: Gordon Sullivan by phone (360) 366-3171
For Sale: The Well-Known Steam Launch “Rose”
Formerly offered for $12,000, Rose is
available again since her relocation
back east could notbe completed.
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LOA 20 ft, Beam 4.5ft
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Strip planked hull glassed inside and out
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Cross Drum Water Tube boiler
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Oil Fired with 12 volt Becket Burner
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3” X 4” Simple with D Valve and Slip Eccentric Reversing Gear, built by Don Metzner
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Bronze RH Three Blade Propeller 16” x 20”
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This is the original Rose Hull built by her designer in 1969 and extensively rebuilt to her current pristine condition and configuration by Barry McClung.
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Rose is a fast and very attractive steam launch. She has always enjoyed indoor storage. There is a cover for travelling on her galvanized trailer.
A quick sale is desired and
all serious offers will be considered
for this exceptional “ready-to-go,” high-quality steam launch.
For more information contact:
John Hope (206) 772- 6588 or email john.hope@comcast.net
For Sale: SL ODIN
Originally equipped with a diesel engine this launch was converted to steam in 2012. The hull was built in Vermont and originally launched in 1985. Odin is a sturdy boat with cedar planks over oak ribs. Boat seats four comfortably. Selling because we've purchased a new, larger steam launch to accommodate our growing family.
LOA: 18 feet, beam 6 feet
Boiler: 2012 vertical fire tube with 115 - 5/8 OD K copper tubes
Fired on propane runs for 4 hours on a "BBQ" tank
150 psi safety valve
Engine: Leroy Mietzner 2.25” bore x 4” stroke double-acting single cylinder
This engine has been in several NWSS launches including Rose and
Tenacious before being overhauled and installed in Odin.
Auxiliaries:
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Aluminum single axle trailer
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18x26 three blade propeller
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Engine driven pump and hand pump
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Copper keel cooler and feedwater
heat exchanger
Offered for $6000
Located in Renton, WA.
Contact: Joe Spadoni
email:
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6 gallon fresh water tank
and 2 gallon hot well
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Depth finder
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Two electric bilge pumps
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Whistles are not included.
For Sale: Don Mentzer-Built Steam Buggy "Tess"
Two-Cylinder Steam Engine (2.5 x 3)
South Gate Stage Iron Works water tube steel boiler
Diesel fired with propane light off for reliability and ease.
Brand new tires
Don Mentzer built chassis & running gear
Well-maintained and runs perfect.
You're truly steaming to operate this car!
Price Reduced!
Now Asking $4000 USD
Or Best Offer or Trade
Contact: Lisa Johnson
(541) 882-8454
Own a Piece of History: 1939 Steel Steam Tugboat "Rambler"
Dimensions: 40’ X 10’6” X 5’ draft, 22 tons, 42” diameter, 3-blade
prop with 65 degree cut
Hull bottom re-plated 2014, now seaworthy, but needs
painting to launch.
Engine: 35 h.p. cross-compound, double-expansion, runs well
Boiler: 1986 Cleaver Brooks steam generator (12v), safety will be
set for 150 psi.
Beckett burner works well (+ two other burners and misc. parts)
Worthington pumps: Engine driven feed water, back-up electric
feedwater, vacuum steam injector feed water, main engine
circulating pump, two bilge pumps.
One h.p. 12v steam generator. Re-insulated main steam line.
Auxiliary Honda 8 h.p. generator. Engine room cooling fan added.
Misc.: Two whistles, heavy-duty tandem axle 48’ trailer and new
custom two-piece tarp covering on trailer. Rear portion also
serves as a canopy top from wheelhouse to stern.
Boat and mechanical system plans included.
Docked at Rainer, Oregon
Asking $16,500 USD
for Rambler and her heavy duty, two axle trailer
A 1986 cab-over Kenworth tractor to pull
Rambler is also available for $8,000.
Please contact me for further details or
questions you may have.
Contact: Craten Sanders
(503) 756-0969
Ad sponsored by NWSS member Norm Davis.
Above: Engine Room – steam generator, pumps and heat exchanger
Right: Wheel House Interior
Above: 35 h.p. engine
For Sale: Steam Locomobile
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With 1902 Locomobile engine.
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Has steel DURR boiler- a very good steamer.
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Last hydro was November 2018.
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Boiler has a NEW traditional gasoline burner.
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Chassis is a 10-year-old Likamobile with hydraulic brakes and very low miles since restoration.
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Has brand new tires
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Comes with DOT licensed hauling trailer.
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Locomobile is a 1898 – 1905 era
Asking $18,000 USD
Contact:
Ryan Handel by email
Or Gordon Sullivan by phone (360) 366-3171
Click photo to see gallery.
FOR SALE: 23-Foot Fantail Hulls
Made to Your Specifications
Elliott Bay 23-foot fantail made to your color and seating arrangement specifications. Hulls are ready for interior woodwork and machinery installation, as deck, engine & boiler beds, stern tube, rudder port, floors, etc. are in place.
Also on hand: ASME Code boilers, antique engines, propellers, pumps, traditional bronze deck hardware, and marine steam engine castings.
Contact: Pat Spurlock
Elliott Bay Steam Launch Co.
Portland, OR
For more details, call
(503) 775-5954
Right: FESTINA LENTE of Swan’s Isle, Maine, fitted with LIFU compound and Merryweather boiler.
IRMTRAUD ANNA, with Stuart 6A and coal-fired VFT, has served German owners thirty years.
Cabin shell is also available.
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Twin screw with Tiny Power 3454 compound engines, Bryan D650-S water tube boiler, new in 2001
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Hull - 15mm Okume plywood over 2" x 6" fir frames
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1 HP Tiny Power double simple driving 12v alternator
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Full galley with refrigerator, sink, propane stove/oven, 100 gallon fresh water, head with 70 gallon waste tank
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Moored Columbia River near Portland, OR
FOR SALE:
38.5-Foot Counter-Stern Steam Tug "Tortoise"
Now Asking $22,500 USD
For additional info visit: HERE or contact the owner, Dave Larson
Phone: (503) 887-4222, dlarson@grpmack.com
Engines, Boilers and Equipment for Sale
FOR SALE: Mills/Beaumaris Compound Launch Engine, 2 1/2 x 4 7/8 x 4
This engine is as new, Engine #3 and was only test run at the factory. It was presented in the 1970s to the original venture capitalist by the builders. Front columns, connecting rods, crank webs and journals are nickel plated. Double tapered thrust bearings and roller bearings. Not built with pumps, but machined bracket present on back column if crosshead pumps were desired. In excellent condition save a few minor paint chips. Dimensions: 22” long, 12 1/2” wide, 21” high.
Pick up in Virginia or arrange shipping.
Price: $11,000
Contact: H. Hollerith hhfour@gmail.com
FOR SALE: U.S. Navy “K” Launch Engine, mfg. 1918, Mare Island, CA
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In original condition and appears to be unused.
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Engine complete w/ bronze bed plate, lower
drain valves.
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Navy throttle valve and waxed-canvas cover on copper cross-over pipe.
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Cosmoline still on many steel parts and on
brass jacketing.
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Engine turns over nicely and is ready to run.
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Full size copy of original Navy blueprints
included with sale.
Pick up in Virginia or arrange shipping.
Price: $17,500
Contact: H. Hollerith hhfour@gmail.com
FOR SALE: 2 Engines and a Boiler
I am reducing the size of my collection of steam artifacts.
Offered for sale are the following items:
1. Fred Semple 5 HP Engine, lever reversing. BRAND NEW. $4,600
2. Carter Mann Watertube Boiler, 14 sq. ft. Almost new.
Plumbing not included. $3,900
All items FOB shipping point, Old Lyme, CT.
Buyer pays shipping.
Contact: Kent Lacey
Phone or Text: (203) 517-7776
email: KentLacey@SBCglobal.net
FOR SALE: Steam Launch Propellers and Bronze Shafts
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12” x 15” 1-1/8” shaft reconditioned to excellent condition $420 + $60 shipping
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15-3/8” x 21 1-1/8” shaft reconditioned to excellent condition $460 + $60 shipping
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1-1/8” x 34” Bronze Shaft w/keyways (never used) $125 + $35 shipping
OTHER PROPS AVAILABLE:
All props listed below have been reconditioned. Please contact us for pictures and detailed information.
Come and visit our shop!
Prices are negotiable.*
15 x 21 1-1/4" $225
15 x 22 1-1/8” $275
13 x 19 1-1/4" $375
14 x 18 1-1/4" $275
17 x 27 1-1/4" $425
* Shipping fee of $60 will be added.
Contact: Teddy or Carole
253-223-2667
FOR SALE: Don Mentzer 3x4 Steam Launch Engine
A DON MENTZER (South Stage Iron Works)
3X4 STEAM LAUNCH ENGINE
is now in search of a new home.
18W x 18L x 29H approx. 110#
Asking
$2750.00
FOR SALE: Pearl Single
Cylinder Steam Engine
PEARL SINGLE Cylinder Engine Specifications:
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Bore and stroke is 2 ½” by 3”
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Teak Cladding
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Steam line is ½” IPT steam and ¾” IPT exhaust
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Dimensions are 16” long, 9” wide and 22” high
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Weight is approximately 86 pounds
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Low rpm high torque 2 h.p.
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Has been run on air only
This PEARL single cylinder engine may be used to power up to a
20-foot LOA launch. She has been assembled with care and each part
meticulously hand finished and polished as can be seen in the photo.
The price reflects the amount of time needed from rough castings to
the final product.
Asking
$4875.00
Contact: Teddy
or Carole
253-223-2667
FOR SALE: Pearl Twin-Cylinder Steam Engine
PEARL TWIN Engine Specifications:
· Bore and stroke is 2 ½” and 2 ½” by 3”
· High torque low rpm
· Dimensions are 25” long, 9” wide and 22” high
· Weight is approximately 165 pounds
· Located in Tacoma, WA area (University Place)
Asking $5925.00
Contact: Teddy or Carole
253-223-2667
FOR SALE: Dick Fortier Lifetime Collection of Steam Equipment, Parts and Memorabilia
This collection, from one of the Northwest Steam Society’s founding members, contains over 22 steam whistles, 30 gauges, all sorts of valves, and misc. boat equipment, including ships’ wheels, air horns, water pumps, port lights, ventilators, a little bit of Atlas engine parts , and tons of BOOKS!
What do you need? It’s probably here!
Call: Marylou Fortier (206) 634-0992 Located in North Bothell, Washington.
FOR SALE: 2-Cyl. Engine
Two-cylinder single-acting steam engine. One horsepower with governor and rocking valve.
Asking $800 U.S. Funds
Contact Ryan Handel
For Sale:
Superior Aztec
Propane-Fired Steam Boiler
Installed in the eighties and never fired!
304 square feet of heating surface, 2070 pounds per hour at 150 psi. Call for more info.
Located in Lebanon, OR
$12,000 USD Or Best Offer
Contact: J.D. Ray (503) 358-0383
FREE! Paddlewheel
Four-foot diameter, consists of two 2-foot sections which can be separated for use on a side-wheeler.
Contact: Russ Karns
(360) 733-0582
Parts & Accessories for Sale
1. Big Pipe Tools: 36" Rigid pipe wrench and 3-wheel pipe cutter, takes up to 3-inch pipe. Both $40 O.B.O.
2. This item qualifies as a real nautical antique: Wicker Deck Chair from S.S. President Madison, the U.S. President Line passenger liner, scrapped in Seattle in 1935. The chair was rescued from the scrapyard by George Ives, old-time Seattle steamboat admirer. George made his living building models for local naval architects and shipbuilding companies. I acquired the chair from him in early 1970s. George said I should have it because I had a boat big enough to carry the chair in style (S.L. Cyrene). This historic chair is now available to someone else for $50
3. British Std. Whitworth Taps and Dies: Old (1970s), but unused: 3/8-16, 1/2-12 and 5/8-11
coarse threads. Anyone working on old British machinery may need one or more of these at
some time. $20
4. Gauge, 0-500 PSI, bronze case, 7-3/4”dia. rear flange, 5-1/2” dial face, 2-3/4” high. Lonergan
Mfr. “Main Feed Pump Discharge” ¼ NPT bottom connection. $100
5. Gauge, Compound, 0-35 Psi+0-30in. Hg, 8” yellow brass rear flange, No front flg. Front ring
is brass, may have been chemically blackened, 6-3/4” dia. Dial face, 2” high. J. Clayton, Mfr.,
Nottingham, UK. “Condenser” 1/2BSPP (0.810-14) conn.-1/2 NPT fits OK $75
6. Gauge, Vacuum, 0-30in Hg, bronze case, 7-3/4” dia. rear flange, 5-3/4” dia. Face, 2-1/2” high, ¼ NPT bottom conn. “Honolulu Iron Works” $100
7. Whistle, single note, Yellow Brass, air operated, probably from a streetcar. No maker’s name. 1-3/4” dia.
x 17-3/4” tall. 1/2 NPT conn. NOTE - this is a LOW PRESSURE whistle, if operating on steam, make sure to have a restriction in supply line to avoid overpressure that can literally blow the top off. It also sounds better this way. $100
8. Whistle, Smiths Patent “Harmony”, 2 note chime, Chrome Plated cast Brass, integral valve with lever.
11-1/4in. tall, tubular part is 1-1/4 in. dia. Sounds like a British locomotive whistle. $200
9. Book “Modern Marine Engineer’s Manual, Vol. I” Osbourne, Published by Cornell Maritime Press, 1941. Lots of technical and practical information for Maritime Academy students. Much steam boiler, engine and turbine theory and practice. $20 Donation to NWSS
All items available for inspection at Rustad Manor, Edmonds, WA.
Call: Allan Rustad (425) 744-4575
email:
On Now! Al Rustad Inventory Clearance Sale
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FOR SALE:
Relief (safety) Valve
NEW - never used!
This Kingston Model 710 Safety
Relief Valve is a versatile valve ideal for use
in a wide range of industrial applications.
Its high flow capacities are achieved through
full-lift performance design giving the
Model 710 a flow advantage against
comparable valves. The Model 710's fully
guided stem design providing superior
re-seating accuracy makes it a cost effective alternative. This unit is rated for steam up to
250 psi at 400F with silicon valve seat,
3/4" inlet and 3/4" outlet.
Set for 150 psi., 4 available!
Download Product Specifications Here
Price: $ 180.00 USD
(Includes shipping within the USA)
Contact: Peter Carlich, Tidewater, OR 97390
eMail: carlich@pioneer.net
Phone: (541) 528-3380
FOR SALE:
Honduras Mahogany Wainscoting Stock
Pre-sealed and finished with 3 coats of schooner varnish. Approximately 400 lineal feet. Measures 1-5/8" x 3/8" in 16-foot lengths. Ideal for finishing interior of your boat. This wainscot stock same as used in Persephone II.
Now Asking
$850.00 USD
Contact: Wash Kohnke
(971) 570-2300
Steam Inquiries
INFORMATION WANTED ON THIS ENGINE
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Height: 25” to top of cylinder
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Intake: 3/8” pipe
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Exhaust: 3/4”
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A reversing rocking valve engine
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It has crosshead driven feed pump.
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Bore is 3”, I think - I have not taken the cylinder head off.
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Stroke is 3”
This is the only rocking valve engine I have ever seen. It is obviously factory made but there are no identifying marks anywhere that I can find. It is old enough that there are some square head bolts.
Contact: Gene Goebel
eMail: geneslogon@gmail.com
Phone: (417) 724-2645
WANTED:
Photos and Memories of the "S.S. SIGHTSEER"
Do you know this vessel? I'd love to know of any photos and/or memories you might have of the SS SIGHTSEER, which served the Seattle area from 1936 to 1963.
I have the postcard views but need on-deck scenes, interior, and engine room photos. She was also known briefly as COLUMBIA QUEEN on the Columbia River at Pasco.
Contact: Keith Sternberg
1258 Center Road, Lopez Island, WA 98261 eMail: navigator@rockisland.com
Phone: (360) 468-2074
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