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lift    on  wheels  in  order   to  position    the unit    underneath  the chassis
for final bolt-down.

The flywheel    is  added.  We  were    careful not to  force   the heavy   part.
Experts on the venerable highwheelers were consulted about the
light-green paint used for the block. They suggested black or
aluminum paint for the cylinder jugs. If any paint color residue
exists on an old engine, that section might supply enough surface
to match the color with new paint. Just be cautious about colors
fading from heat and age.

The pistons were cleaned and installed. Valves were prepared and put
in. Quirin painted the cylinder jugs, block and related parts. We were

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