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Heritage Train Progress Report

30/6/01

20 FOOT VAN F 78 / F 79

Both these vans are now complete and have been shifted out of the workshop into the running shed.

WOODEN HIGHSIDER LB 4803

The bodywork of this wagon is now virtually complete. All removed boards and posts have been replaced. Handrails have been refitted. Side chains have been refitted at the end where the headstock was replaced. Protection plates have been refitted. Paintwork is being scraped and sanded down for painting. The wagon has been moved into the workshop for painting.

4 WHEEL CARRIAGE D 26

The wall panelling and floor have been removed.

WOODEN HIGHSIDER E 2107 (L 802)

This wagon is being cleaned out, but no decision has been made as to when it will be restored. The main work required is a new floor.