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Discussion in 'Steam Traction' started by chilldude111, Oct 25, 2009.

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  1. keith6233

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    It is the flue tubes that are machine welded down there length and this is the problem . The bottle ends are welded by a coded welder and then subjected to ultrasonic testing.
     
    keith6233, Mar 23, 2010
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  2. dalrypaul

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    What is the perceived problem with this? Is there evidence of welded tubes being problematic / dangerous?
     
    dalrypaul, Mar 23, 2010
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    Are these dates confirmed. I have never travelled behind the Duke on the mainline due to previous cancellations therefore I am keen to book one or two Torbays with her.
    6024 is the engine shown on these dates on UKsteam info.

    All the best
    Brian
     
    BGSTEAM, Mar 24, 2010
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    I would like to clear up a point, and I have this on good authority, Tornado does not have welded flue tubes, so there are no issues with the loco in this area.
     
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    The Guidance issued by HMRI (The management of steam locomotive boilers - second edition) for both small tubes and flue tubes allows for either solid drawn or ERW tubes so there should be no problem in fitting them. It is probably down to one or two persons opinion/prejudice that the perceived problem arises.

    Welding of bottle ends is vastly different to the weld of an ERW tube, though. To compare the two is not relevant.
     
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    The full tour programme for 71000 will be confirmed shortly.
     
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    Yes, I know, the website says so but where did 5944 get these dates from. Was it speculation or does 5944 have some insider knowledge.

    All the best
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    Have there been any notable failures of welded flue tubes?
     
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    The website says the Duke will be returning to the East Lancs week commencing the 5/4 engine and support coach but no mention on UK steam.
     
    keith6233, Apr 5, 2010
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    Does anybody know where the Duke currently resides? Previous question seems to have gone unanswered for a while.

    Thanks, Bill.
     
    wmthos, Apr 10, 2010
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    The Duke was at BL on the WSR in the loco compound on Wednesday evening.
     
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    71000 Is returning to the East Lancs on Monday 12th April.
     
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    I take it is returning by road as there is nothing on UK steam?.
     
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    71000 and support coach are returning by rail under their own steam.
     
    marton, Apr 10, 2010
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  18. jane

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    Has anyone got the times for the light movement on monday please .
     
    jane, Apr 10, 2010
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  19. West Somerset Wizard

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    9.55am from Bishops Lydeard. I have no other times, sorry.

    Steve
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    West Somerset Wizard, Apr 10, 2010
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    I take it 71000 will go to Bristol, then up the Marches through Shrewsbury and Crewe to Bury?

    Lewis
     
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