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Wednesday, 21 September 2011

Boiler Inspection and Testing

The boilers on Twizell and Cochrane are undergoing annual checks, have had satisfactory cold examinations, and are due steam tests tomorrow. 
Ian replacing firebars in Twizell
Richard checking Twizell's gauge glasses
Peter refitting gauge glasses in Cochrane
Graham checking 49's firebox during its annual exam
(Graham Morris Engineering Ltd, 07734560802)

Preliminary assessment examinations are being made on the boilers of Horden and 13.
Graham preparing to check Horden's firebox
Graham measuring Horden's front tubeplate
Richard removing a plate to improve access to Horden
Graham visually checking 13's firebox crown and stays

Meanwhile, other work continues .....
Geoff and Bill fixing display boards in the carriage shed