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July 2004

1st July 2004

Thursday 1st July - The newly purchased batteries were delivered then installed and the loco was ready for a start-up when the opportunity came.
Sunday 4th July - We decided to try and start the engine as we were suffering power supply problems preventing us from using power tools in number 1 cab. All of the fluid levels were checked and the engine was barred over to ensure that all was ready for a start attempt. The engine hadn't been started in over a year and when the 'Start' button was pressed, the engine burst into life with a roar and settled down to a steady idle immediately. SUCCESS!! We tested both traction motor blowers and both compressors during the day and they all worked much to our delight. The exhausters were not tested as there is a lot of pipework missing that still needs to be replaced. A couple of minor faults were identified and these will be rectified during the next couple of weeks. Thanks to Doug for his pictures and to all concerned that helped on the day. Tracklaying has been undertaken during the last couple of weeks and there is now a point installed on the test track.

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