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Old 03-04-2017, 11:38 AM   #41
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Henry probably DIDN'T use a thermostat, as the ones that were available used a BRASS, air filled bellows & failed OFTEN.
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Old 03-04-2017, 02:13 PM   #42
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Lincolns had them since day one.
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It's probably not enough...
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