1950s Empire 43 Electric Live Steam Engine - Air Tested

Description: LIVING ESTATE SALE (Details at the end of description) MS/AI For your consideration is an Empire 43 Live Steam Engine manufactured in the USA in the 1950s. This is mostly a project as the engine does need some attention but that's a very easy project. It has been air tested (video).The heating element warms up, using the (newer) electric cord that is provided.A little work is likely necessary to operate it on steam. At the minimum, a replacement of all 70+ years old gaskets. Here is what needs to be reported : - The boiler has several dents : one on the top, between the smoke stack and the whistle and one on the right side, near the water level. This is typically not an easy fix. - The whistle needs a new handle. - A thorough cleaning would not be a luxury. The dirtiest part is the identification plate at the bottom. So, here you go...This vintage engine certainly deserves to be restored and it could be near as nice as a new one with a bit of TLC. If you decide to try firing it early on, I strongly recommend using solely distilled water. Please note that if an item has been only "air tested", it might need some work or adjustments to make it run on steam. Often, older gaskets have dried up and need replacement. My hands aren't steady enough anymore for the precise work of cutting new gaskets. I wish I could... Please select the shipping system that suits you best. Condition : This is a very easy project... perfect for a beginner. This Live Steam Engine has been air tested (video) and would take very little work to operate on steam. Please read the description for details of what's needed. The heating element warms up, using the (newer) electric cord that is provided. I would rate it a solid C5. VERY IMPORTANT : I am offering four shipping options. You can check the cost by clicking next to shipping on "See Details" or make your choice at take-out. The default is usually UPS Ground as Expedited Shipping can be expensive and is not necessarily more reliable. Please keep in mind that I do not control the cost of shipping that is calculated by eBay. Free pick-up is always available (Rock Hill, SC). LESS IMPORTANT : Items are packed and ready for shipping when I make the listing. Combined shipping cannot be done if one item is larger than 8 x 8 x 8 packed. If it is possible, smaller items can be combined upon request prior to the payment. Guarantee : Item is guaranteed to be as described. I am a very honest seller hoping to deal with honest buyers. If I know something is wrong, I will disclose it but I certainly can make an honest mistake and will do my very best to correct it. Warning : Many of these older collectibles are not in compliance with today's safety standards. It is the responsibility of the buyer to determine whether or not they are still suitable for their intended purpose. Adult supervision is indispensable with any steam engine. Packaging :Items are packed carefully and should remain undamaged through a standard level of care during handling. LIVING ESTATE SALE DETAILS :I had my first steam engine when I was 9 years old. That was 65 years ago. I have been collecting them for 25 years and I am now 74. None of my descendants is interested in the collection, so I decided that it was time to liquidate. As of November 2024, I still have over 1,300 engines of all kinds to list. I believe in full disclosure. It takes me about an hour to list one item, between the assessment, the testing, the video, the photos, the description and the very careful packaging. I try to have very reasonable prices. At comparable quality, my prices are probably the lowest on the market.

Price: 109.99 USD

Location: Rock Hill, South Carolina

End Time: 2025-01-17T21:59:02.000Z

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