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Whyperion wrote: 10 Nov 2025, 22:04 I discounted it because most ladders these days come with rubber feet anyway.
Mine does have rubber feet but they've worn out after 30 years of use :biggrin2:
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Stanley wrote: 11 Nov 2025, 01:49
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6" overall. What is it?
Is it a fuel tap for a petrol engine?
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No Kev. You'll have to scale up; a bit. Look at the overall size of 6"....
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Is it steam engine related?
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Yes!
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Is it part of steam engine lubrication system?
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Sorry Gloria but no, much more in your face!
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Water drain off?
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You are stalled and need a serious clue. Stand directly in front of the boiler and look at it. Now ask yourself what it is.....
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open valve up if water out boiler full, if no water , fill boiler until water comes out. its an alternative to sight glasses
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Another Early Bird… I’m referring to you Whyperion :laugh5: .
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Nothing to do with water level.....
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