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Johnb replied to the thread [Apr 18, 2024] Severn Valley Railway 2024 Spring Steam Gala (Severn Valley Railway).
In a way I wish I hadn’t looked through this thread, it was one gala I really wanted to attended but unfortunately I was otherwise engaged for three days with the consolation of a great run round Kent with the finest engine on the mainline. It’s...
Apr 23, 2024 at 9:27 PM -
Johnb liked Wagoniester's post in the thread [Apr 18, 2024] Severn Valley Railway 2024 Spring Steam Gala (Severn Valley Railway).
I've got quite a few photos to sort through, but here are two of my favourites. [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
Apr 23, 2024 at 9:13 PM
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Johnb liked bobsungod's post in the thread [Apr 18, 2024] Severn Valley Railway 2024 Spring Steam Gala (Severn Valley Railway).
The star of the show near Hay Bridge[ATTACH]
Apr 23, 2024 at 9:12 PM
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Johnb liked wazza588's post in the thread [Apr 18, 2024] Severn Valley Railway 2024 Spring Steam Gala (Severn Valley Railway).
A few images from Friday: [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Thanks to all involved. Saturdays and Sundays to follow. Richard
Apr 23, 2024 at 9:09 PM
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Johnb liked LMS2968's post in the thread [Apr 18, 2024] Severn Valley Railway 2024 Spring Steam Gala (Severn Valley Railway).
Fortunately not. I noticed that it twice dropped live coals in the four foot, and it is reported the dampers (although I suspect the hopper) doors aren't closing fully. A bit of tin bashing by Brian should sort it out.
Apr 23, 2024 at 9:04 PM -
Johnb 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 23, 2024 at 9:04 PM -
Johnb replied to the thread 35028 Clan Line returns: 27/04/24.
I’m not sure that’s correct. I understood that the NR computer has no category of steam locomotive so it shows as a diesel and the load is the maximum that can be worked on the particular timings. The norm seems to be 715 tons.
Apr 23, 2024 at 7:23 PM -
Johnb replied to the thread 35028 Clan Line returns: 27/04/24.
I think it means its timed for 60 mph which is not the same as maximum speed 60 but I don't know why they do that. We got up to 75 between Asford and paddock Wood yesterday.
Apr 23, 2024 at 5:05 PM -
Johnb liked The Gricing Owl's post in the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2024.
A nice long look at 35028 passing, thanks. I was perched in view up on the footbridge east of the station where I first learnt, and then saw that the up main doesn't actually exist at the present. Most of the point that saw the up main continue...
Apr 22, 2024 at 10:08 PM
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Johnb liked D1002's post in the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2024.
35028 Clan Line, Loaded Test Run, 22nd April 2024. Filmed going slowly through Paddock Wood. According to RTT she was supposed to be on the up main but, judging by the amount of rust on the track, the line has been out of use for several days....
Apr 22, 2024 at 10:01 PM -
Johnb liked TheModster's post in the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2024.
Very much a sight for sore eyes to see 35028 back on the Pullmans where she belongs. Passing through Edenbridge with much whistling from Jim Clarke. [MEDIA]
Apr 22, 2024 at 9:59 PM -
Johnb replied to the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2024.
You are not wrong there, spirited running we got!
Apr 22, 2024 at 2:35 PM -
Johnb liked The Gricing Owl's post in the thread LE movements, ECS and test runs 2024.
35028 looked and sounded great climbing up towards Bickley Junction this morning. Photos taken whilst standing on tip toes (like a ballerina!) on Blackbrook Bridge, next to where the hobby started for big brother Don and myself. It had left the...
Apr 22, 2024 at 2:27 PM
