We may not have posted much in the way of 80 class updates lately, but activity on the set has been far from quiet.
Recent weeks have seen the team tackle the last few bodywork “niggles” on power car 69 with a vengeance, with virtually all the filling work now completed. We have taken extensive measures to mitigate the spread of future rust. This includes the application of Jotomastic 90 ( a marine-grade primer). This helps to protect the cleaned-up steel. It makes for a proper sealant so that the ‘creeping’ rust that appeared doesn’t resurface. Otherwise, you can get corrosion between the aluminium strips and the steel if they touch directly.
The outstanding welding repairs, those to the roof hatch, are well underway.
Once the latter is complete, the next step will be to wash down the power car prior to masking up, ready for everyone’s favourite part…painting.
If you would like to get involved with a restoration project like this, check out our volunteering page. We would love to hear from you.
