Old cars at our museum
There are two old cars at our museum, a 1932 Graham-Paige and a 1918 Stanley Steamer. Both were taken out and driven for display at a local Concourse d’Elegance (old car show). And, we got a ride in the Stanley Steamer!
It took well over an hour to get the Stanley up to steam. Partly because of poor fuel; there is little kerosene available. Also, the boiler is almost 100 years old, so it makes sense to bring up steam slowly. Once going however, we felt that the Stanley was quiet, smooth and powerful.
Both cars in front of the Pearson hanger. The Stanley is steaming
A good view of the Stanley Steamer
Detail of the boiler room
Now that is a real tilting steering wheel!
Lots of smoke!
Pumping the starting fuel pump
Checking to see if it ready yet
Almost ready….
The condenser (radiator) is actually blowing steam rings
Finally, enough steam is showing to go for a ride
John in the Stanley
Looks like Romola is getting ready to drive off
An overall view of the Graham-Paige touring car
Port side view of the Graham Paige engine
Driver side view of the Graham Paige engine
Closeup of the Graham-Paige emblem
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It was an awesome time, wasn’t it? 🙂
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