The locomotive is to the untrained eye complete, but closer inspection reveals the lack of piston rods and pistons on them! These are the final items required to be completed before the locomotive moves under its own power:
Final fitting of pistons.
Tightening and lagging of the main steam pipe.
Completion of whistle operating mechanism.
Cab floor to be made and installed.
Fitting of cab footplate extension pieces (a Health & Safety requirement for improved safety in accessing the cab from the steps, which are offset from the door because of where the rear cylinders are).
Completion of a few details on the lubrication system, mainly replacement of a faulty splitter unit.
But hopefully these items should be complete very soon indeed and line trails should hopefully take place in a matter of weeks.
More info at: http://www.bangor.ac.uk/ml/whr/
Bruce
