The End is Near

Working on the window sills is almost finished. We continued on the last section yesterday. Despite our first impression that it was in good condition it turned out to be the worst area with a couple of very bad spots.

Alan and Kevin removed the windows etc as Paul and I continued cleaning and sanding the sills. We were pleased when Stephen arrived as he has picked up lunches on the way.

After lunch as the temperature climbed into the 30s, a start was made on preparing the ends of the car. The doors and end walls were sanded. The window bars were removed. Being under cover the ends are in good condition and we may just sand them back a bit and give them and coat of paint.

Alan tested the self drilling screws for the sides and they work well. Putting the sides on won't be a difficult job but will be a big one.

Alan is pictured applying filler while Kevin watches and Paul reclines comfortably inside asking when this train is due to depart. As usual click on the picture for a larger image.

This will be the last workday for a couple of weeks. Next weekend is the Penrith exhibition and the following Sunday is the TRAK Christmas event. See the calender on the left for details.

A Leaderless Rabble

Well it could have been. Alan wasn't able to be there so that left Kevin, Paul and I. Fortunately we were able to keep each other working and we finished the section of window sill we started at the last workday a month ago.

We arrived to find that there wasn't any problem despite some wild weather of the last couple of weeks. All the tarps were fine and only the corners of the plastic we used to cover the current work area had lifted.

After sanding the area we filled last time Kevin painted the sill. After lunch we started to prepare the next and last section. We haven't removed the windows yet but that is the next step. Apart from a small area where a plug has rotted the last bit of sill appears to be in good condition.

So that is our task for next Sunday. Remove the windows and finish that part of the sill. Anyone who can help please come along.

A Bit Wet

Due to the wet weather today we canceled the workday. It is impossible to sand and paint wet timber. Weather permitting we will have a workday next Sunday. Since we canceled it the rain has stopped, of course, but the timber will still be too wet to work on.

Alan has purchased the screws need to fit the sides. That will be our next job as soon as the window sills are done. It will happen sooner with more help so anyone who can please give us a hand.