The momentum on S549 slowed down a fair bit during 2017 as other priorities took hold.
The fitting of the firebox clothing continues, this time inside the cab.
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The new upper backhead sheet is trial fitted - January 2017 |
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Slow progress - upper & lower sheets trial fitted - July 2017 |
The barrel sheets are progressively fitted
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July 2017 |
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August 2017 |
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December 2017 |
Work inside the firebox
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The brick arch is placed back into position - October 2017 |
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The refitting of the fire grate is commenced - November 2017 |
Tender Clean Out
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Drums of ash & waste removed from the coal space |
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The end result - July 2017 |