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Several ways to skin that cat. One is centrally located, or slightly forward machinery, helm on the operator's side of hull. Additional hull at forward end of cockpit, or opposite side (or both!) to allow for pressing the passengers into service when you've got your head in the bilge. Another option...

Welcome to the forum Steve. It sounds like you have a lot of exciting ideas to sus out!

Anyone have any idea who won this auction? I'd like to pass on my contact info.

A great potential steam launch hull:

https://www.proxibid.com/20-Foot-Sharpi ... n/94071309

Also needs some taking up with soaking... Great potential

Steam launch up for auction in Maine. 23' Carvel-planked 'Elliot Bay's hull. Some of the parts (top of stack, fenders, and such) are elsewhere in the estate auction. https://www.proxibid.com/Custom-Built-Steamboat-with-Trailer-Fully-Functional-Read-Description/lotInformation/94071487 Looks like she'...

You have done some beautiful work. A very interesting engine. What are the bore and stroke?

Age demographic is certainly a big issue. Having more presence on social media, making it interesting and attractive for younger folks is important. Access to the machinery to make, and knowledge for building one(other than just books) is important. It is necessary to progress in some fields for the...

Those look like nice feed pump castings

Do you know the PPH it's rated for?

Do you haha particulars on the engine and boiler? The engine looks quite interesting. Piston valve?