Latest from Dave Young’s workshop…

Below: A shiny new numberplate! The pattern for this was produced by Graham Redfern and cast locally. Dave has machined this, the first of a pair, and it is seen awaiting painting and drilling for affixing to the bunker sides.

Below: A fascinating workshop view showing the worksplate, the handbrake handle, reverser quadrant and the superb brass windowframes that Dave has made for the cab.

Below:The overhauled handbrake column, Dave holding the bracket which attaches to the cab backsheet. Much time and effort has been expended on this particular component, one which is, after all, rather important!

Below: The finished sandboxes, complete with LNER apple green paintwork (all 12 coats of it!). A tantilising taste of what is to come when the locomotive is complete…