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Sintz Gas Engine Co.
Springfield, OH, Grand Rapids, MI, U.S.A.
Manufacturer Class: Steam and Gas Engines

History

Last Modified: Dec 1 2012 5:42PM by joelr4
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Founded in 1891 by Clark Sintz, The firm moved to Grand Rapids, MI in 1892. Production continued until 1904 when the firm merged with Michigan Yacht & Power Co. of Detroit, MI.

Manufactured Gas Engines ca 1891-1904

Information Sources

American Gasoline Engines Since 1872 by C. H. Wendel, Volume #1, 1983 pages 468-469
The Complete Guide to Stationary Gas Engines by Mark Meincke, 1996 page 169

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