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C&NW #1385: Tender Cistern Ports – Part 1

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There was a volunteer work session during the weekend of September 17 and 18, 2022 that focused on the CNW 1385 tender. Work concentrated on closing up the cistern ports. The ports allow water either in or out of the cistern or water tank.

One of the next steps is to fill the tender with water. This will allow project volunteers to see how much the tender settles down on its springs with the added weight of the water as well as to verify the function of the different seals.

Access panels on the sides of the tender allow volunteers to reach some of the harder-to-access cistern valves.

Right side valve access panel closed.
Right side valve access panel open.
Bottom view of the cistern valve well mounting flange.
Inside view of the left side cistern valve well mounting flange.
Inside view of the left side cistern valve well only installed.
Inside view of the cistern valve seat installed.
Bottom view of the right side cistern valve well and valve seat mounted.
Inside view of the right side cistern valve with the operating rod installed.
Top side view of the right side operating handle assembly.
Bottom view of the left side cistern valve well and valve seat mounted.

Thank you to volunteers Lloyd H, Steve P. Sr, Jay S, Ross S, and Larry S for helping out during the work session.

C&NW #1385’s tender has a capacity of 7,500 gallons of water – about the same as an 18 foot diameter swimming pool! When filled, the water will add over 31 tons to the tender’s weight.

Stay tuned for Part 2 of this update, coming soon…

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