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Originally Posted by Mike V. Florida
Was that the guy that built the engine from scratch?
It's amazing how few were made and how many are still around!
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The engine for the 6 cylinder was pulled out of a river. Not a lot was able to be used so they fabricated stuff by casting parts and welding it all together. Quite a feat. Prime mover on the project was named Ottaway. The final welding and assembly was done by my friend Jerry Abplanalp. He used to do all my cleaning and surfacing on A blocks but had a stroke last August and is down for the count. Still alive but doesn't even know me when I visit.
There is a big tractor show in Cosby ND in July. That is where the 6 cylinder resides along with a lot more including steam.