Removing cylinder studs from the left hand cylinder.
Photo: Clive Briscoe

In parallel to the work going on with the Loco's Frames machining of the axleboxes was being carried out in the machine shop.
Photo: Matt Wilding

Working on the rear dragbox with a view to it's removal.
Photo: Clive Briscoe

Wheelset after steam cleaning.
Photo: Matt Wilding

Two more wheelsets steam cleaned and ready for painting.
Photo: Clive Briscoe

The remaining wheelsets to be painted.
Photo: Matt Wilding

Removal of the valves from the manifold using 'gentle' heat.
Photo: Matt Wilding

Look no studs!
One nice and tidy cylinder end with all the old studs removed and threads cleaned and ready for new studs to be fitted.
Photo: Clive Briscoe

Following their removal, the drain cocks were subsequently dismantled to show much carbonised oil on the inside.
Photo: Matt Wilding

The drain cock valves in very poor condition.
Photo: Matt Wilding