Sitting Down on the Job

The Thursday gang again concentrated on the coach this week and thanks to Andy G here are pictures of the work in progress.
First is a general view of how the exterior is looking at the moment.  Plenty to be getting on with as we would not to let the crew get cold standing around.  This time jobs seem to have been concentrated on those which can be done from sitting positions.

Next you can see along the solebar and where the 'tin worm' has been cut out.  Rot along these bottom edges is not uncommon on Mk 1's of a certain age as water and muck tend to collect along the bottom edge and corners of the body 

Following cleaning a coat of primer is put on to the bare metal, here the invisible man, hogging the deckchair, has just finished the V hanger whilst the next strap is being worked on from a less comfortable pallet seat.

Attention was also turned to the mechanical condition and axlebox covers removed for an inspection of the journal, again notice the effective us of seating, which is of great use when the inevitable mug of tea appears.

Higher perches are used for work further up the coach body and we have to be inventive.  Being sat comfortably is better than working with arms above shoulder height.

The journals have seen the light of day and there will be some attention needed before these enter service.

With everybody sitting down today we had run out of chairs so the team removing the axlebox covers had to stand or kneel.  You can also see the bottom edge of the body marked up for removal of the corroded section.  That will be for another day.

This weekend the working party will be outside working on vegetation clearance, weather permitting.  The kettle has been placed on high alert and is ready for action.

Until next time.