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A blog about my the history, acquisition and operation of my 1911 Model 62 Stanley Steamer.

Steam Cylinder Cover Pt. 1

It was brought to my attention that the steam cylinder cover on my Stanley is incorrect and lacks the ability to hold enough insulation to keep my Steam cylinder at optimal temperature. The cover on my car was obviously one fashioned back in the day without a proper pattern to copy.

 I borrowed an original top half of a steam chest cover for a 10 HP Stanley from Pat Farrell. The cover is completely different from what I'm currently running and has some interesting features. I'm having a copper smith make a complete steam chest cover using this piece as a pattern.