WH#, 'By FREE pRESS, DUTRHAMl MOVES, APRIL 27, 1988, PAGE A3 Whitby resident's hobby is ive steam models I BILL LAWLER explains the operation himself, would like to hear from other of the model of aý 1915 Case steam trac- enthusiasts of live steam models and tor. Lawler, who buit most of the model possibly start a club. Free Press photo By BRENDAN REINBOLDT Bill Lawler is involv ed in what can be considered a very unique hobby, and he's looking for other en- thusiasts to see if a club can be star- ted locally. Lawler is building a model of an old steam, engineý and working models of antique tractors and trains in his basement workshop. For the last five years he has been working on his recreation of a 1915 Case steâm tractor. Complete with operating clutch, steering wheel, temperature gauge and an original, gold-colored ornent of an eagle from an actual Case tractor. "I went to see a mechanic in town about getting one, and the guy went through his tool box and said 'Is this what you're looking for?' and he Sunshine Classie-, May6 toB8 Several1 events will take place in Orillia from May 6 to 8 as part of the Sunshine Glassic automotive event. A "Giant Swap Meet and Flea Market" and car show wiIl take place Saturday and Sunday. Dances, boat races, air balloon -ides, barbecues, games and tours are also*planned. Admission to the grounds, Couchiching Park, is free. For more information Icail 705-327- 1142. gave ito me for nothing. I was quite surprised." Ornaments such as the one he received cost a lot of, money to pur- chase. The model weighs approximately 275 lbs. and will weigh close to 300 lbs. when completed. The gears on his model cost almost $350. "lIt is a very expensive hobby," says Lawler. Now retired, Lawler acquired his knowledge in steam engines when he was a stationary engineer for Dunlop and the Oshdwa General Hospital. "I became interested in the hobby as a kid. My brother-in-law got me interested in model trains and-ever since then it has been a hobby of mine," says Lawler. He hopes to 'f ire his engine Up' in late summer when he plans to be finish his model. USED CARS AT "SENSIBLE PRICESO 1979 CAMARO This dark blue - 1 owner has: auto, casstte, stripes, spolier and 4 brand nes t Ires. Stk -09A. $35495 WHIITBY DbE mIHRSLER 209 Dundas St., WWib Whltby 'Ajax 666-3000 686-1642 aiJ Oesmù P ENaIÉ o proln C~Ri& VAN qWÀAEI- 301 Thicksofl Rd. S., WHITBY (Thickson at 401) SELF SERVE GAS BAR 24 HRS. FULL 'SERVE GA S BAR 7A.MU - 11P.M. DIESEL & PROPANE CON VENIENCE STORE 24 HRS. (OPENING $0 ON) SOFT CLOTH CAR WASH 7A.M. - 9P.M. nummmmmmmm #* *mmmmmmmm m OPENING .cO.NN iSUNDC >S PECIAL * UiI4ODOSPECIAL' * FREE *CAR &VAN HI-OT WAXI *r W UT D& i$1 9 M I With gas purchase.I ~Couponl expires May 3V188. 1 coupon per visit.*, coupon expires May 31/88. 1 coupon per visit.f lumummmmmmum muUs*..immUmmU -- - ----- ------------ ---------4