Using a Color Classic as a print server for modern Macs?

My fiancé and I have a 2011 MBP and a 2008 MBP respectively, both running Mountain Lion.
Our network is set up through a first-generation Time Capsule, which until recently, also had an Epson Stylus inkjet connected to it.
The Epson has passed away, and the only working printer we have is an old Apple Personal LaserWriter 320.
We still have several toner cartridges for the PLW, and it works just fine... but it only has tthe old 8-pin serial connector, and from what I understand, it's only compatible with LocalTalk.
The PLW is connected to a Mac Color Classic, which has been upgraded with an LC 575 logic board (including an ethernet communications card). It's currently running Mac OS 8.6. I'd like to set the Color Classic up as a print server until we can decide on a long-term solution, but I am unsure of how to get these systems to talk to each other over the network.
Can we get the Color Classic to host the PLW for our OSX machines?

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