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Johnme101 liked Fireline's post in the thread Loco 76017.
76017 was out and about on our Sunday lunch service yesterday. Really looked the part strolling around with the Pullmans.
Apr 22, 2024 at 11:37 AM -
Johnme101 liked Flying Phil's post in the thread 34039 Boscastle WC class.
Here is a couple of poor pictures showing the progress in installing the tender brake system.[ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Apr 22, 2024 at 11:37 AM
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Johnme101 liked Flying Phil's post in the thread GCR 8K/LNER 04 63601.
Work is continuing on the 04 with the axleboxes having been re - white metalled, they still need to be machined. The hornguides in the frames were being measured to get the dimensions. [ATTACH]
Apr 22, 2024 at 11:36 AM
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Johnme101 liked 46223's post in the thread East Lancs Railway.
'Pendennis Castle' at Heywood, ELR, 12th April 2024. [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Apr 22, 2024 at 11:33 AM
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Johnme101 liked Britfoamer's post in the thread East Lancs Railway.
Saturday 20 April and we flexed the members card again for a ride behind 4079 before it leaves, and chance for a walk to keep the hip from seizing up! Latest fitments to 4079 can be seen on top of the boiler at Irwell Vale, two thundering big...
Apr 22, 2024 at 11:33 AM
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Johnme101 liked Duty Druid's post in the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.
Normal service, Dear Reader, has now resumed........ Over the last two weekends, things have progressed with both the steel Highfit B481682 and LMS van M5173617...... On the Highfit, more prep work with jet wash has been done, including the...
Apr 22, 2024 at 11:32 AM
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Johnme101 liked SebWelsh's post in the thread WSR SSG 2024 May 3rd to 6th.
We are pleased to confirm the timetable with loco allocations is now available to view on our website. Please see the links below for PDF versions of the timetables. a bit later this evening than we wanted due to tech issues (steam powered...
Apr 22, 2024 at 11:31 AM -
Johnme101 liked Foxontour's post in the thread Strathspey Railway.
92219 has now made it into the shed after 46464 vacated the space at the back of number 2 road. Dismantling is expected to start in June, so far there has been an independent boiler / firebox inspection and report, as well as a few rivet heads...
Apr 21, 2024 at 5:35 PM
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Johnme101 liked Ivatt2MT's post in the thread Stainmore Railway Company (Kirkby Stephen East).
Stainmore confirmed on FB earlier this week that No. 910 has now left the line and returned to Locomotion in Shildon. It appears its place has been taken by the newly restored NER storage van.
Apr 21, 2024 at 10:04 AM -
Johnme101 liked black5's post in the thread [Apr 18, 2024] Severn Valley Railway 2024 Spring Steam Gala (Severn Valley Railway).
[MEDIA] Video from a very enjoyable visit on Friday, an excellent event as ever. 1369, 72, 29, 13268, 7812 and 4930 featured.
Apr 21, 2024 at 10:03 AM -
Johnme101 liked Big Al's post in the thread [Apr 18, 2024] Severn Valley Railway 2024 Spring Steam Gala (Severn Valley Railway).
Not as much at home as 32636 or (72 Fenchurch if you like). The local up to Hampton Loade from Bridgnorth this morning was absolutely rammed. It turned a few heads as when you approach the train from the opposite end to the loco you can't see it!...
Apr 21, 2024 at 10:02 AM
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Johnme101 liked Robin's post in the thread [Apr 18, 2024] Severn Valley Railway 2024 Spring Steam Gala (Severn Valley Railway).
Three cracking days so far, and thanks to everyone involved for putting on a great show. Friday, arrived at Bewdley behind 13268 and just had time to sprint round to the yard: [ATTACH] Saturday, the same routine with the Lambton tank:...
Apr 21, 2024 at 10:02 AM
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Johnme101 liked green five's post in the thread Mid Hants Railway Operational Matters.
Watched the latest in the loop video last night. Excellent as always with a good round up of what is happening in Ropley MPD. It is mentioned that 34070 is leaving in late May so it will be down to 506 and 41312 (and Dave?) to handle services....
Apr 20, 2024 at 9:26 AM -
Johnme101 liked 6026 King John's post in the thread Bluebell Railway General Discussion.
I was up at the Severn Valley today. Fenchurch is proving a very popular visitor! [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Apr 20, 2024 at 9:24 AM
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Johnme101 liked Pete Thornhill's post in the thread [Apr 18, 2024] Severn Valley Railway 2024 Spring Steam Gala (Severn Valley Railway).
It won’t be if everything goes to plan.
Apr 20, 2024 at 9:23 AM
