The bell striker parts were removed on 8/25 during our initial inspection.
They were restored off site and will be reinstalled after the back castings
are repainted.
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Mechanism parts from the north wigwag after
cleaning in solvent.
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Mechanism parts from the south wigwag before
cleaning.
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Striker hub assembly before restoration. This will
be taken apart, cleaned with a wire wheel drill attachment, treated with
rust converter, primed and painted. New cotter pins will be used.
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Another view of assembly during cleaning.
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Primed parts on the right, finish painted parts on
the left. I used Rustoleum Rusty Metal primer on the steel parts. Rustoleum
Aluminum paint was used for the finish.
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Finished bell striker parts, ready to go back on
the wigwags. Bare metal parts will be oiled and/or greased.
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9/9/18