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Manufactured/Badged by:
Storm Mfg. Co.
Thompson, IA; Minneapolis, MN

True Manufacturer:
Storm Mfg. Co., Thompson, IA; Minneapolis, MN

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Metal Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Other
Machine Size:	model S-8
Submitted By:	William Thomas

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	Automobile Engine Cylinder Boring Machine
Date of Manufacturer:	??
Serial Number:	6073
Last Updated	3/8/2019 5:20:07 PM

Comments:

This is an early model boring machine that mounts directly on an engine block for reboring the cylinders. They ere commonly used in auto repair shops in the early days. Storm made several improvements over the years. This particular unit was found in a blacksmith shop in upstate New York, and I acquired it simply because it was interesting. There have been a couple discussions about these machines on Practical Machinist.

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Comments: View showing two step pulley and motor mount. Just above the pulley is the switch.
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Comments: Feed gears at the top and return crank.
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Comments: Business end showing spindle where the boring head threads in.
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Comments: Switch with adjustable shut off.
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Comments: Badge
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Comments: Scan of description
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