CAN ANYONE HELP? What Are The Orig. LIMA SHAY Builders Plate Dimensions? (w/Pics)
| September 27, 2016 01:54PM |
Hello, I'm no Shay expert, but I have been collecting locomotive builders plates for a while now. I know that size is important to determining whether a plate is original or not. Castings off original plates are smaller . My question is this: Does anyone know the size dimensions of these original Shay builders plates I've posted example photos of? I have an opportunity to possibly trade for one of this exact type/style. I own a non Lima Shay Builders plate that is also a "diamond shape and measures:16 inches in length by 9 + 1/4 inches in height. I know that the Lima Shay "diamond" plates with the patent numbers on the bottom are smaller than the more common larger Lima diamond plates. (photos included below) I would absolutely love to have a Shay plate in my collection but I am not comfortable trading unless someone out there that is an EXPERT on Shay plates and could provide me with the true /actual original dimensions of the smaller diamond style (with patent dates). This way I can be sure that the plate is the "Real McCoy"! If it turns out to be the correct size I will then proceed with the trade and be sure to share some photos with the forum!
I would greatly appreciate any help anyone could provide,
-Lucas
Examples of the smaller Lima Shay Plate's of which I am trying to confirm dimensions:
Link to full size photo of first builders plate example
Link to second full size builders plate image
I would greatly appreciate any help anyone could provide,
-Lucas
Examples of the smaller Lima Shay Plate's of which I am trying to confirm dimensions:
Link to full size photo of first builders plate example
Link to second full size builders plate image
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