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Plan to build a replica L1 and J39?

Discussion in 'Steam Traction' started by 50044 Exeter, Aug 4, 2012.

  1. 50044 Exeter

    50044 Exeter New Member

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    Is there any new news on this project to build an L1 steam locomotive or has it been abandoned? Also has the project to build a J39 also dead in the water?
     
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    mickpop Resident of Nat Pres

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    Have you had a look at the thread 'New Builds - how many will really work' on page 2 of this section? I think most of us have had our say on this matter but you may find something that goes part way towards answering your question.
     
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    Sheff Resident of Nat Pres

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    Try Facebook? Don't think we need to rake this over again on here myself.
     
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    Both just in the paintshop now having lined BR black applied. Will be shedded at Folkestone central...

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    Oh dear , so they ran out of green paint .......
     
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    Sidmouth Resident of Nat Pres Staff Member Moderator

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    There was a somewhat withering comment in a recent Steam Railway regarding the schemes from recollection
     
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    martin butler Part of the furniture

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    Its a pity because an Maunsel L1 would be an bit of a missing link in southern locos, i know we have the T9 and D1 and later the schools class, but the D is never likily to steam again, but with so many ill advised schemes out there there are some such as the l1,that s if they had the backing of a major railway would be taken more seriously, for instance, if it was someone who was connected to the bluebell who was behind the L1 it might stand a chance where as it will be ignored until either it fizzles out or we hear that the frames have been cut
     
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  8. martin butler

    martin butler Part of the furniture

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    be serious, they have to go to selinge first to have the gas producer gear fitted
     
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    marshall5 Part of the furniture

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    Seems a shame to paint them black - I was looking forward to seeing the nice shiny copper boilers!
     
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    But from a safe distance away!!!
     
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