47840 is swung high over the shop floor at it birth place. Some 30 years earlier the loco was constructed right here in the works.
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Gleaming in the afternoon sun at BRML Crewe in May 1995 just after a re-dedication ceremenoy and the unveiling of the original plates. I was due to have been present this day to unveil the nameplates but couldnt attend as my wife went into premature labour! Loco 117 tons, Baby 7lbs 4 oz, female - Bethany! What would you have done?
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The refurbished power unit being made ready to refit into the engine bay of 840
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Gently does it - the power unit is carefully lowered into the engine room bay with inches to spare
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Final positioning of the power unit
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The Cooling group is prepared to be refitted to the loco
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