View of the bell tower
The bell hanging in it's yoke along with the bell pull wheel.
View of the bell and yoke. The wooden bell pull wheel has been removed for restoration.
The bell carriage frame has rotted away.
Closer view of the rotted timber frame.
Dana making a "dutchman" to repair the bell pull wheel.
Close up of the bell pull wheel showing the application of epoxy resin to protect and solidify the wood for painting.
The bell pull wheel in two sections getting painted prior to installation back in the tower.
What's left of the old rope plate and bolts and the new brass plate ready for assembly.
Making some repairs to the bell clapper.
Finishing touches to the bell before it is swung back to its vertical position.
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View of the bell tower