Tyseley Steam Locomotive Works continues to make progress with the assembly of GER 789’s frames.
The cylinder block halves have been bolted together and await installation upon delivery of additional bracketry in January 2021
The crank axle has been redesigned with the option for a forged or modular unit: other design factors will determine the final decision. During the Christmas/New Year holiday, CME Elliot Powick is designing the horn guides, braking system and suspension. During the first week of January 2021, orders will be placed for the three plain axle forgings plus the horn guide patterns and castings. In addition machining of all eight wheel castings is expected to proceed in January 2021.
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