Engine Lubrication

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On steam engines I have only ever used displacement type lubricators for cylinder and valve lubrication but on my latest engine I would like to use a more positive form of lubrication of the type used on traction engines ie a piston type driven from the engine.

Are there any hard and fast rules on using this type? and how much oil should I aim for?

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