So in unusually dry conditions for a change albeit a bit chilly, work continued on the water and oil systems! The overhauled oil cooler was refitted along with its associated pipework, the overhauled water pump was put on the loco ready for next Saturdays working party, the contaminated oil was removed as well. During a small few breaks, 714 got a bit of a clean, you can clearly see by looking at the nose end what's clean and what isn't... Next week, the water pump will be re

Weekend Update D6700 has been the main focus this weekend, still undercover at Swithland, her B exam was successfully started. A lot of progress was made, such as the checking over of electrical components, oil and coolant level checks, lighting checks and so on. So far all good! Regarding 37714, she remains up at Loughborough with the rest of the diesel fleet. We are hoping to start putting her back together now the overhauled oil cooler and water pump are back at base this

Next week we go and collect the overhauled water pumps and oil cooler, once they're back at Loughborough they will be refitted. The contaminated oil will be drained and everything cleaned. Some old but good oil will be used to run up the engine and confirm all is well. This will then be drained, new oil filters fitted and new oil put in. Then we will disconnect everything ready for the 714 to go to Loram for its traction motor change! 6700 is the focus with the start of its B

Although the winter steam gala was in full swing, work still progressed! On 37714, the A bank water pump is now off and is currently waiting to be sent off for overhaul. It came off relatively easily, which is unusual for 714! All the pipework was then degreased and is waiting to get a coat of paint during the week next week . The water pump removal table created by one of our members worked and is now at the mark 2 stage following a modification after use! Hopefully, the wat