I have constructed a new crank axle. It’s much sturdier and the mechanism runs well. I also replaced the gearbox. 54:1 is now 120:1 with the expected improvement in slow speed performance.
I have reworked the brakes in a way that allows them to be installed or removed as a unit, an idea I borrowed from Will L. on the Scalefour forum.
The handrails have been added, although not photographed. The final thing for this update, that I’m feeling rather pleased with, is the injector. I haven’t been able to find anything like it commercially, so I had to fabricate it. The first attempt was about 50% too big. This one looks about right though. I’m using some London Road castings for the bit that goes into the boiler up front. Just need to make the other side now…