Ivatt Diesel Re-creation Society

Our summary of progress in February can be found here: https://gem.godaddy.com/p/145e1e1

 

We matched new TAS bolts with ex-Netherlands primary suspension rods. The nut will stay with the specific numbered bolt. Some were stubborn and needed fine cleaning of the threads. They need to be a good secure fit though as they take quite a bit of force in the sprung movement.

 

We have begun a new series of videos and the first one has been released:

 

Paul H is making new bolts for the traction motor covers

 

A reverser was brought out of storage. We intend to replace the switching mechanism on it for a more robust design.

 

Our summary of progress in April is available via this link: https://gem.godaddy.com/p/f0dd6e1

 

We have launched a major sponsorship scheme - to financially support the preparation of the class 58 frame to become the rolling chassis.
Would you like to see 10000 built in your lifetime? Please get involved and sponsor part of the work. Some aspects have already been fully sponsored. Here's the web page showing all the 'lots' arranged as Virtual Gifts that you can sponsor. https://lms10000.com/new-sponsor-the-chassis-1