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I decided to take a closer look at the Bowman bodge up I got from the STIA.
It quickly became obvious that the gearing needed sorting out before it could possibly run.
I dismantled the shafts and relocated the gears and pulleys so they ran freely.
I tightened up the trunnion spring, added a few drops of steam oil here and there, and this was the result.
Mamodman123
it's a great engine Sandy, runs really well!
Suprisingly
johnreid
Nothing funny about it, that is one seriously nice running engine.
Minor1PJG
Ha ha. I laughed out loud when I saw the thimble - I'd forgotten about that!!
Superb
steamgranny
Once a Bowman, always a Bowman, thimble or not
I love it
TRAPPERKEEPER
Really a nice engine, its even a mobile!
steamyman
great running engine there, Sandy.
Engine needs a whistle, aww that's just me.
Stilldrillin
Very nice!
It made me smile........
Reid
Excellent fun and superb energy for the video.
You are the best presenter, not to forget to mention, the most ingenious craftsman as well!
Love your videos, Sandy. Great Bowman, making real power too.
It's no longer a comedy engine at all.
Cheers!
toxx
... a great video, Sandy! I luuuv the thimble! I think all flatbeds would look real neat mounted on some fine piece of wood. Would keep the from marching off, too.
it's a great engine Sandy, runs really well! 
