Here is a quick update on some of the latest work that has been taking place at Burscough.
Bogies
When we took the flooring up in the trailer car this exposed the rear bogie and it was clear that they would need all the mud and rust scraping off. This was a particularly dirty job carried out over the winter period but once it had been cleaned the metal was in very good condition. It has now been painted in red oxide followed by a coat of black bitumen paint and the condition now looks as good as new.
The roof
At the same time that the rear bogie was being attended to, work started on the roof. All the old paint has now been painstakingly removed up to the double doors at the front of the train and red oxide has been applied. The roof is in good condition but work is required on most of the guttering. All the air vents have been removed and are now being fabricated separately.
We are always looking for volunteers to come down on Saturdays. There are plenty of things to do. You may well get dirty but it is very rewarding. Contact Martin Webb at martincwebb@btinternet.com.