Chapter 1 Sandstone has had a large Ruston Stationary engine in the “to do” line for many years and now, thanks to the assistance of Danie Pretorius, Curator of Sandstone’s Stationary Engine Museum, this magnificent engine is to be rebuilt for eventual use as a pumping engine for an irrigation system at Sandstone.
Sandstone’s good friend, Andy Selfe, will also be following the restoration as the subject matter for an article in Stationary Engine magazine in the UK.
Our photo gallery shows the engine at Sandstone in the open shed storage area and then after being moved nearer to the workshop area for inspection.
