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4079 Pendennis Castle

Discussion in 'Steam Traction' started by Davo, Mar 25, 2019.

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  1. RAB3L

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    The main steam pipe is a thin-walled copper pipe. The longest section runs from the regulator box to a clamped joint just behind the opening for the safety valve. The removal of this section allows entry into the boiler. Entry requires the use of a stay jack between two longitudinal stays - rotund persons need not apply! The joint between the main steam pipe and the regulator box must be an interference fit. Clamping would require someone in the boiler and once the MSP is fitted, escape would be impossible! The regulator box provides the seal. Maybe the fit is too loose?
     
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    RAB3L, Sep 6, 2024
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  2. Ben Jenden

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    DRC loco roster records 4079 is to be in steam on Sunday 3rd November.
     
    Ben Jenden, Oct 31, 2024
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    Here's my flashback video of Pendennis Castle putting in an incredible performance at the Keighley and Worth Valley Railway Spring Steam Gala back in March. The engine was sensational and this video brought back some incredible memories during my visit. Shame that Pendennis Castle was withdrawn early, but it was still an amazing centenary for the loco. I hope you enjoy it and Happy New Year everyone.
     
    AlexGWR1994, Dec 31, 2024
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    Is 4079 fit for traffic again now? It would be great to understand what the issue was in the end.
     
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