OB repairs 10-9-10

The decking under the hoist house of OB was deteriorating and was replaced this weekend.  It was replaced during the recent restoration, but was one of the first things done, over 10 years ago.  Also, the underside had not been treated properly.  The old decking had been removed prior to this weekend (right photo).  The new material was made from rough lumber, and had to be cut to lap together.

It was primed and painted on all sides before installation, and hopefully will last a long time.  Keeping OB in the CRF in Antonito also will help.

We have been asked to demonstrate OB at the Tourist Railway convention in November, and would like to have it ready to go in good shape.