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Hind Cylinder Covers
15/09/2025
	Our new hind cylinder covers were machined at Pattinsons Brothers in Sheffield and were delivered to CTL Seal today. Next week we will inspect them to ensure that they are dimensionally correct.The covers have been modified from the original design in that an extension has been cast into the rear face. This will support the front of the slidebards - a similar design was use on the BR Caprotti Class 5 locomotives. See the Construction > Design > CLIP report page for more information - section 7.
Bogie Centre Slide - Free Movement
15/09/2025
	Today we have been working on the bogie centre slide. We need to ensure that it can freely move from side to side. John has been using raddle red to identify the contact points.The photo shows the final test for today and John is applying a coating of oil to help with the movement. Today we demonstrated that the centre slide moved freely. Next job will be to fit the "V Strips" which hold the centre slide down on the stretcher while allowing sideways movement.
Cab Window Frames
26/08/2025
	The cab window frames arrived today. These have been made in oak by Osset Furnishing of Doncaster.