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LMS2968 replied to the thread SVR Loco Newsy News / discussions.
Wrought iron was universal up to the 1860s, before the brittle problems with steel were overcome. It was used for frames, boilers, wheels, rails, tyres, tanks and tenders. Everything, in fact.
Apr 24, 2024 at 8:35 AM -
LMS2968 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 22, 2024 at 7:35 PM
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LMS2968 liked Big Al's post in the thread [Apr 18, 2024] Severn Valley Railway 2024 Spring Steam Gala (Severn Valley Railway).
Good to see an alternative view...'for balance' as they say. But this is a classic example of when the alternative view, whilst valid in its own right, counts for little if you are the SVR planning an event. When you set out a gala event there...
Apr 22, 2024 at 6:30 PM -
LMS2968 liked zigzag's post in the thread [Apr 18, 2024] Severn Valley Railway 2024 Spring Steam Gala (Severn Valley Railway).
Id just like to add thanks to 2857Harry for the communication on this thread, its been excellent, and just what should be done to engage with people these days
Apr 22, 2024 at 8:39 AM -
LMS2968 liked thegrimeater's post in the thread [Apr 18, 2024] Severn Valley Railway 2024 Spring Steam Gala (Severn Valley Railway).
Good to hear. She looks and sounds amazing. A loco to be proud of.
Apr 21, 2024 at 12:16 PM -
LMS2968 replied to 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 21, 2024 at 11:31 AM
