Sometimes, wonderful things happen when your back is turned. On arrival at Western Depot today, we found that the hull of the dredger and both of the buoyancy tanks had received a visit from the paint fairies and a covering of black paint applied - a nice surprise. It was later in the day when we eventually discovered who the fairy was!
The rain overnight was still in its final throws when we unlock the compound this morning. Everything was very soggy, so not the time to get on and finish the painting of the deck and other odd bits.
Our attention turned to completing the electrics and hydraulics. The electrics related to mainly the lights around the cab and the horn. Now that the hydraulic systems could be operated, the final connections to the rotator and clam bucket could be exercised for the first time and checked for polarity of operation. Since there is a 50/50 chance of getting it right, it comes as no surprise that hose swaps were in order.
