A3a Fix

[grege]

This little fix only applies to those building an A3a version...
I found that there wasn't enough distance between the grate supports and the rear buffer beam and footplate to slide the grate out.
I've had that portion of the loco built for quite a while, but only realized it when I fastened down the boiler this spring.
My fix was to move the footplate supports apart in the center to clear the grate.


Making grate space by gregeaster, on Flickr

[pkastagehand]

2 steps forward, 1 back! :-D

Lookin' good.


Paul

[grege]

Fortunately it went quickly!
I remember trying to solder these parts before I got a big torch and what a slow process it was. Now it was done in a minute.