Doodlebug Update

Thanks to our intrepid cub reporter, Gregg Wolfersheim, for sending us an update of recent restoration work on our Union Pacific "doodlebug," the M35.

Slowly the side of the M35 is getting needle chipped and wire wheeled. Then, some primer is applied before it starts to rust.

This is the sheet metal cover on the heat shield that has been shown earlier. It actually holds some insulation against the side of the shield.

Here it is attached with multiple screws and nuts. Some primer was applied to the fasteners. Note the curve which corresponds with the arch of the roof.

On the left is the lower heat shield assembly. It bolts to the upper on the right. During maintenance, this lower part is removed to get to the valve covers on the engine.