Further progress was made on Monday 13th June when the boiler was lifted from the chassis and placed on wagons. This will facilitate work being done on both the boiler/firebox and chassis. The next task is to remove the centre driving wheels to measure for new tyres.
Ready for the lift. |
Chains being positioned for the lift. |
Boiler and firebox lifted clear of the chassis. Benny steadying, Nathan in crane and Adam looking on. |
Boiler being lowered onto wagons. Benny steadying, Adam motioning to lower and Nathan in control in crane! |
Boiler placed on wagons. |
Boiler-less chassis being pushed back into Shed. |
Chassis without motion. Next step to remove the centre driving wheels to measure for new tyres. |