Having assembled the rear bogie pivot stretcher for the carrier frames and the drilling of yet more holes. The time arrived to assemble the carrier frames, which was carried out in early December. The various stages are shown in the accompanying photographs.
At the same time Brian has been busy again machining the piston rod glands and neck rings. These and the valve spindle glands will be complete when the lids have been fitted.
The pattern for the coupled wheels is nearing completion and the order for the castings has been placed. We have also placed the order for the tyres for these wheels. The decision was taken to do this due to the recent increase in shipping costs and the fact that we already have sponsorship for part of the order. We are always looking for sponsorship, please look at the sponsorship section. Any offers of funding for these items will be most welcome.
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