WD 2-8-0 clack valves

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I want to convert the standard top feed arrangement on my built DJH WD 2-8-0 to what I call the "Scottish" version, where there are two clacks either side atop the boiler. I have many photographs of WD 2-8-0s and some showing the "Scottish" arrangement but none good enough or close enough to show exactly what is involved. I have the Markits bits but not clear how they should be assembled and fitted. Has anyone done this conversion and does anyone have a close-up pic or a drawing that could help me?

 

Many thanks

 

Mike

[davknigh]

Tim Shackleton did an article that included that modification and a couple of others in MRJ 118 & 119. I think he used the Alan Gibson clacks but that shouldn’t make any great difference.

 

HTH

 

Cheers,

 

David

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David, thanks for your quick and helpful response - will track down articles in MRJ.

 

Regards

 

Mike

[Daddyman]

The Scottish clack valves were the same as the BR standard ones. So, Gibson, as advised, or off a scrap Bachmann standard body. 

 

I think it will be self-explanatory what needs to be done to fit them once you see them, but if not post a reply and I'll see if I can dig mine out of its box and take a photo. 

 

I seem to remember I redid the mudholes/washout plugs too - can't remember why - and used these parts: http://www.brassmasters.co.uk/images/Finney%20castings/E29.jpg

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Thanks Daddyman, I'll take a look at the clacks I've got alongside the Standard 5 ones (I have 2 DJH and 1 Bachmann - why? ... don't ask!) and see how they marry up. If still unclear, I'll send for the Gibson ones.