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Locomotives - Operational Locos - Locos under overhaul - Locos on static display - Locos formerly based on the Bluebell Loco Roster - Loco Stock List - Loco Works News - Join the Loco Dept News of the repair of 3217 Earl of Berkeley30 November 2001The front bufferbeam has been removed, revealing corrosion in various frame parts which will need replacement. Various cracks and old welds in the bogie frame have been repaired to improve its integrity and appearance. On the boiler the washout plug holes have been fitted with new bosses. More pictures taken during 3217's repair, including the large-size originals of those shown here, can be found here.
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