Work Completed in the Steam Shop August 23, 2008
Sunday, August 31st, 2008 Posted in News | Comments OffWork done to the Frisco 1630: Jason removed, cleaned, lubricated and reinstalled the double check valve on the brake system. Work done to the Shay: Nigel, Collin, and Bill worked on the new tube sheet section, grinding the surfaces in prep for welding and final fitting ...
Weekend Update for August 16, 2008
Wednesday, August 20th, 2008 Posted in News | Comments OffWork done to UP 428: Bill, Ralph, Rick, Collin, Tom, and Jim worked on hydro testing the 428. The Staybolt sleeve has been welded again, but by a different welder. This time it worked. No major leaks. UP 428 appears to ...
Weekend Update for August 2 and 3, 2008
Thursday, August 7th, 2008 Posted in News | Comments OffWork done to UP 428: Bill, Collin, Rick, Jim, Ralph, and Brian all assisted in another hydro of the 428. It failed. There is still a leak around the same flexible staybolt sleeve. So much for "Wilbur the Welder"! The sleeve ...