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.
2 comments:
Oh! What a weekend we had in the illustrious City of Penrith, well at least we had plenty of time for rest and recuperation. Only made enough to buy one nail.
Well the outside distractions have now finished until March 07 so we can get stuck into the carriage. The side panelling will be put on VERY SOON so there will be a need for a group of members who are good at Screwing.
How true
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