Frames & Wheelset: The wheelsets were all tyre turned to the correct profile on site at Riley's, the middle set was found to be an inch bigger in diameter explaining D9531 previously being a rough rider! All six roller bearings were opened up, steam cleaned, inspected and regreased, and then the whole wheelset repainted. Re-wheeling took place in August 1999. All 4 fuel tanks have been flushed, cleaned, repainted and refitted having been checked for leaks, these have a total capacity of 338 Gallons. The top of largest of these form the walkway along the 'A' end nose sides. Similarly the battery boxes were cleaned, stripped and repainted - the top of these forms the walkway at the 'B' end. New Tyco strips have been cut and fitted all round. New Main Res and Automatic Air Train Pipe has been installed and air cocks attached to both buffer beams. These are 6 inches thick and 3 holes were required at each end! D9531 was Vacuum only but is being rebuilt as dual (Air & Vacuum) braked. |
