Today the brake gear was under repairs and assembly checks have revealed some issues to rectify. The side rods were catching on the brake block pins, and the hanger pins were close to the side rods also. These were all shortened up so they don't foul. While at it the brake hangers were dress filed to remove the burrs and sharp edges so the paint has something to stick to. The brake blocks themselves had a square edge against the flange root radius so the blocks were filed to suit.
A new brake cross beam was made to replace the bent silver soldered one.
The brake shaft bearings were renewed as the old ones were damaged probably by a derailment. Still needs some more work done to replace the brake shaft and cranks as the cranks and cross holes are loose and not on centre.
Happy steaming!
Nigel
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