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Work on removing the starboard side torpedo blisters continues as the removal of foam from the tanks progresses. A Marine chemist is on duty checking the ship's inner bottom tanks so more work can begin.
The torpedo blisters are being removed from a specific point down with newly designed blisters taking their place. Most of the damage occurred from the inside out due to the blisters continually leaking throughout the years. This is a necessity ensuring the Battleship Texas remains watertight, eliminates previous problems, and lasts for many more years to come.
Workers continue removing the plates and framing from the starboard side torpedo blisters. What framing does remain is seriously deteriorated and in awful condition. Holes in the actual hull of the ship are now visible. Yes, the metal being pulled off is going to be used for future fundraising.
Foam is being removed from inside the torpedo blisters using a high water pressure nozzle that is controlled remotely.
Battleship Texas
A reminder that we post updates on our social media pages every Friday!
Work on removing the starboard side torpedo blisters continues as the removal of foam from the tanks progresses. A Marine chemist is on duty checking the ship's inner bottom tanks so more work can begin.
The torpedo blisters are being removed from a specific point down with newly designed blisters taking their place. Most of the damage occurred from the inside out due to the blisters continually leaking throughout the years. This is a necessity ensuring the Battleship Texas remains watertight, eliminates previous problems, and lasts for many more years to come.
Workers continue removing the plates and framing from the starboard side torpedo blisters. What framing does remain is seriously deteriorated and in awful condition. Holes in the actual hull of the ship are now visible. Yes, the metal being pulled off is going to be used for future fundraising.
Foam is being removed from inside the torpedo blisters using a high water pressure nozzle that is controlled remotely.
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