I have recently started volunteering on the steam boat ‘Daniel Adamson’ (The Danny). On the engineering team we are in the process of carrying out winter maintenance and inspections.
The Danny was built in 1903 at Cammell Lairds in Birkenhead UK. It is believed to be the oldest surviving Merseyside built steamship any where in the world.
The Danny is berthed in Cheshire at Sutton Weaver Swing Bridge, where winter repairs and inspections are being carried out.
I have machined new brass bushes and adapted M16 bolts for grease nipples. These pieces will be re-fitted onto the steering gear guide rods which travel down each side of the boat to the rudder.
Other updates and photos to follow. For more information about the Danny click on the web link below.