The Ivatt 2-6-2 tank engine #41312

 
Grinding in the header joint rings with a radial drill.

24th September 1998

Keith pauses for a pipe whilst preparing the tubeplate for the superheater header.  

Right below the chimney.       :-)

Steve Humby uses the big borer to machine the spigots on the Ivatt's cab window frames; sledgehammers and walnuts come to mind, but a lathe with enough throw was not available.



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