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Automobile Enthusiasts

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2. A Steam roller

Mon Mar 24, 2025, 12:21 PM

Mar 24

Used to compact roads. Now they are diesel. Some have the availability to fill their 'wheels' with water to add weight.

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steamroller#:~:text=A%20steamroller%20(or%20steam%20roller,powered%20by%20a%20steam%20engine.

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How many turns, lock to lock? [View all] Old Crank Mar 24 OP

I like the looks of this thing, whatever it is. democrank Mar 24 #1

A Steam roller Old Crank Mar 24 #2

Thanks for the info democrank Mar 24 #3