A GWR Pannier Tank in 3½ Inch Gauge PART 7 - WHEELS AND THINGS

Continued from p.755 M.E.4757 November 29 Time to start on the bits that allow the engine to move, and make some swarf! This will be a long-ish process as the assembly should not be attempted until all parts are available. This is because we need to make the parts fit to each other and the connecting rods will be used to position the axlebox holes at the correct distance apart. This sort of gathering of parts followed by a great leapforward assembly happens a few times and can be a bit frustrating, but is the best way to do things. The wheels are made from Rob Roy castings, which do a pretty good job except for the number of spokes. Perhaps, if this design proves popular, our suppliers could come…

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