Successful test run today.

56006 performed well today following repairs to rectify an electrical problem which has prevented full power being obtained.

We can now continue preparing the loco for its July Gala duties and a weekend diesel turn on the 26th and 27th July.

After many months of volunteers working on the external appearance of 56006 it’s a great feeling to now know that the internals work as they should and , baring unexpected problems, the gala attendees will get a chance to see the result of their hardwork.

Thanks to the ELR for organising the test runs at short notice and to the A1A team who allowed C56G to use their duty to test 56006.

See you at the Gala.