The Midday Scot 19th March 2016

You know far to much about a non steam machine.

Go stand in the naughty corner.

 

I'm not so sure he knows about FS either. As I understand steam locomotives it may have its original design of power plant but the individual components have surely been replaced whilst the 73/9 has had major re-engineering although retaining the original concept of a diesel engine and electrical motors contained within one body shell.
"Shimples!" as Alexander would say.

 

Heretic!

 

Troublesome Mk1's?

 

Actually a smooth exit from Carlisle. First start of the afternoon that didn't shake rattle and roll...

 

Congratulations to all involved with what was clearly a very successful run. Just what the mainline steam movement needed. On a minor point, can the support crew put some express headlamps on her next time out. We expect her to be dressed properly!!

 

Yes what a fabulous day and full marks to all involved for getting this one running. Fabulous footage from the normal guys on here and what a wonderful sight and sound the Duchess made today slogging it up towards Shap summit. My shot was taken at Salterwath.

https://www.flickr.com/photos/10257146@N05/25818058841/in/dateposted/

Thanks for looking.

Simon

 

What are you on about?

 

An outstanding photograph Simon.

Posted here amongst some other good offerings and the usual very high quality video from the regulars too.

Thank you one and all.

Quite clear that all the regulars here didn't need refresher training courses after the long breaks in quality steam action we are currently experiencing.

All that's missing is the story of what I suspect was a somewhat hard spell of work on the footplate culminating with the climb of Shap.

 

KentYeti......that is most kind of you to say so and I appreciate the feedback from you. Cheers,Simon.

 

Might be from the same batch of coal said to have caused problems on the 30th January WCME?

 

Just an observation. What is it with BTP in Scotland? Second steam charter trip I have been on to Scotland when the arrival platform has been peppered with BTP and together with platform staff appear anxious that passengers clear the platform rather than photograph the loco at it's destination station.

 

Thant's a superb shot.

Steven

 

I seriously doubt you will find the answer in these pages. Why don't you contact them direct....

http://www.btp.police.uk/local_btp_teams/scotland/edinburgh_waverley.aspx

 

My effort today on Beattock bank

https://www.flickr.com/photos/23006205@N07/25281177474/in/dateposted-public/

Steven

 

Nice shot, at least you caught some sunshine

 

And no box on the back. Other TOCs please note.

 

Wonderful to be able to enjoy both mainline steam & some spring sunshine. Superb contributions from everyone as usual. My efforts at Greenholme, Beattock & Crawford can be found here

https://www.flickr.com/photos/48546196@N06/with/15292444424

Regards Phil