Lynn Robinson. Showman Scenic Part 2

Crystal was out at a photoshoot yesterday. I think she presented herself well.

Yes I am surprised how well the 2K coach paint is working

Couple random pictures.

Now for something slightly different.

Look inside the boiler before it has a washout.

Hi

Yes I keep a log book. 

She has done 840 hours in steam. 
Roughly 1000 road miles, did not always have the GPS tracker with me. With 2014 having 180 miles and 2015 210 miles. 
Longest single trip 35 miles.
Average at home play day. 15 to 20 miles. 

Fastest accumulation of road miles. The Wainwrights birthday bashes and hill climb.

I am known for my habit of not staying still while at a steam event. No idea of miles done at events but Crathes in 2014 I did 25 miles in one day on the field.

Boiler treatment used is Heritage Steam Supplies Multitreat for steel and copper.

Due to my pending wrist surgery. Crystals steam test has been pulled forward. She is all ready and waiting.


I also T-Cut the roof.

Crystal passed her steam test today. No problems found as normal. 

Bit of maintenance. Fix the longitudinal roof supports.

Greeting everyone.

Well it is that time of year. Crystal is stirring from her winter slumber and will soon be time to get out of bed and get active for the 2017 season.
I am planning on doing more videos this season with focused subjects as well as general steaming events.
Once I start uploading videos I will post the links here.

That's the style.

Hopefully do some recording tomorrow.

De-winterize / First steam.
Basic firing, how to listen to your engine's needs.

Hi All

Part one of a series of videos. Steaming an engine from first test steam to operational and getting ready for a road run etc.

Initial filling with water.



Part 2. Lighting Up and raising steam will be tomorrow.

Part 2. Fire lighting and lubrication.

Part 3 of xx

Raising steam and adding coal