Boiler is in position

My next milestone has been achieved.  The boiler is now sitting proudly in the middle of the Lyka.

The biggest problem was the lack of headroom in the garage.  This meant that the rear cross member of the car had to be removed to let in the boiler, which could be raised no higher before the lifting gear hit the garage roof.  It looks less than the progress really is, because the side panels and water tanks have been taken out to enable access to the boiler and its mountings.  The final manoeuvring needed the help of a car jack under the boiler to take some of the weight while it was wriggled into place.  Following the experiences of other builders, there is a small block under the front of the boiler to enable the burner tray to be moved into place. 

It seems that in spite of trial fittings 'on the bench' the smoke hood, boiler, and boiler cladding will not meet in the intended positions - the hacksaw will have to come out again. 

The smoke hood has tabs cut which will be bent back to make a rearward opening exhaust.  That is a future development.

Time to think about next steps.
The towing A-Frame can be completed to enable the car to pull the Lyka as a trailer.
The burner, burner tray and pipework need to be assembled and sealed. Thanks to STW for helpful advice on their forum.
The chain will need to be fitted. The chief inspector has found a way round the 2m isolation rule, and visited the workshop.  His report was on the lines of "Where is the chain, Grandpa?"

I have been putting off bleeding the brakes, which have to be done.
The side panels and water tanks will be put back. I measured the tanks and, as noted by others, we have about 30 gallons capacity on board, giving a range of about 30 miles.
The bodywork and seat have been received and can be assembled and put into place.
A lot of paintwork will need to be repaired for chips and wear and tear.
My control panel will be mounted conveniently for the driver.

Before steaming, we shall need supplies of some consumables, including:
steam cylinder oil;
feed water conditioner to prevent scaling and enable removal of detritus via a blowdown;
diesel bug inhibitor, to stop the growth of algae and bacteria which can build up and clog fuel systems.  Modern diesel can include quantities of bio-diesel which is reported to be more susceptible to such contamination.  Diesel fuel is cheaper at the petrol station than buying paraffin in 4l plastic containers.

I think a collection of Jerry cans for spare water and fuel is also called for.