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 Forum: News and Sightings   Topic: Crane Scrapping

Pete P
 Post subject: Re: Crane Scrapping
Posted: 31 Oct 2013, 20:27 

Replies: 10
Views: 37809
I am led to believe that West Coast at Carnforth do want to dispose of the 45 T steam crane, but would like it to go complete. They are open to offers.

 Forum: News and Sightings   Topic: 1561S Update

Pete P
 Post subject: Re: 1561S Update
Posted: 12 Oct 2013, 00:25 

Replies: 33
Views: 100718
Steamed for the Lifting Inspector today. No Major problems. Working towards a proof lift now.

 Forum: Technical Matters   Topic: Slew Clutch

Pete P
 Post subject: Re: Slew Clutch
Posted: 22 Sep 2013, 01:00 

Replies: 4
Views: 19567
It appears to be the slots in the ring that presses onto the clutch (or the "pin" that goes into it). There is about 1/4" gap when the clutch lever is screwed over one way, or the other. Both clutch ferodo linings appear to be ok (3/8" thick)

 Forum: Technical Matters   Topic: Slew Clutch

Pete P
 Post subject: Slew Clutch
Posted: 21 Sep 2013, 00:35 

Replies: 4
Views: 19567
Last weekend's steaming saw S1561 slewing for the first time in 25 years. There appears to be way too much excess play in the operating yoke on the clutches. I can engage one clutch but the other will not engage as the screw is on full travel before the clutch starts to move. Anyone got any ideas on...

 Forum: News and Sightings   Topic: 1561S Update

Pete P
 Post subject: Re: 1561S Update
Posted: 20 Sep 2013, 00:30 

Replies: 33
Views: 100718
Pics as promised.

 Forum: News and Sightings   Topic: 1561S Update

Pete P
 Post subject: Re: 1561S Update
Posted: 20 Sep 2013, 00:14 

Replies: 33
Views: 100718
A successful 3 days in steam. The first time since withdrawal that the crane has been fully working. Not insured for lifting yet, one or two things to sort out first. Pictures to follow.

 Forum: News and Sightings   Topic: 1561S Update

Pete P
 Post subject: Re: 1561S Update
Posted: 04 Sep 2013, 09:23 

Replies: 33
Views: 100718
1561 will be in steam for all 3 days of the Swanage Railway's Gala this Friday Saturday and Sunday.

 Forum: News and Sightings   Topic: 1561S Update

Pete P
 Post subject: Re: 1561S Update
Posted: 11 Aug 2013, 00:20 

Replies: 33
Views: 100718
Coal bunker repaired, painted and refitted. Cab floors all being needle gunned and painted. I am fitting a cladding sheet to the top of the boiler and have made a chimney cover to keep the weather out. I hope to raise steam next week.

 Forum: News and Sightings   Topic: 1561S Update

Pete P
 Post subject: Re: 1561S Update
Posted: 17 Jun 2013, 23:56 

Replies: 33
Views: 100718
Boiler Insurance Exam passed. Jib and Hoist tested. Photos at http://www.flickr.com/photos/85767988@N ... otostream/

 Forum: News and Sightings   Topic: Brownlie for sale

Pete P
 Post subject: Re: Brownlie for sale
Posted: 14 Jun 2013, 00:20 

Replies: 16
Views: 64309
Sale finished Sunday evening. Quite a modest price from those I have seen mentioned. It is in good condition sans dust cover.
Tatlow 1 & 2 next :)
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