The latest information on the overhaul of 45133
Latest Update
Reassembly of the refurbished No.1 end nose is one step closer to completion, with bolting on of the nose crown on 27/11/20. New engine bearings were delivered on 07/12/20, which enabled the first overhauled piston to be refitted on 10/12/20. The No.1 end cab desk refurbishment is also nearly complete. Bodyside grilles are in the process of being removed for shot blasting and repair and to enable an assessment of the amount of body panelling repairs required. See our gallery page for the latest pictures of work done recently.
Reassembly of the refurbished No.1 end nose is one step closer to completion, with bolting on of the nose crown on 27/11/20. New engine bearings were delivered on 07/12/20, which enabled the first overhauled piston to be refitted on 10/12/20. The No.1 end cab desk refurbishment is also nearly complete. Bodyside grilles are in the process of being removed for shot blasting and repair and to enable an assessment of the amount of body panelling repairs required. See our gallery page for the latest pictures of work done recently.
Members Working Days
A special 'Members Working Day' in November 2019 was a great success and was attended by eleven volunteers, most of whom have been involved in the preservation of 45133 from the early years. They all worked together with numerous tasks on the loco and enjoyed a fantastic buffet lunch produced by one of the volunteer's wife. More of these days will be arranged in future, once the COVID-19 restrictions are eased, so look out for details here and on the 45133 Facebook page. You will be most welcome to come along, help out in whatever way you can and meet other members.
A special 'Members Working Day' in November 2019 was a great success and was attended by eleven volunteers, most of whom have been involved in the preservation of 45133 from the early years. They all worked together with numerous tasks on the loco and enjoyed a fantastic buffet lunch produced by one of the volunteer's wife. More of these days will be arranged in future, once the COVID-19 restrictions are eased, so look out for details here and on the 45133 Facebook page. You will be most welcome to come along, help out in whatever way you can and meet other members.
45133 in the Press
A progress report on the overhaul of 45133 was published in the January 2020 edition of 'Railway Magazine'.
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