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Driver Competencies

Discussion in 'Steam Traction' started by GWR4707, Mar 10, 2021.

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  1. 35B

    35B Nat Pres stalwart

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    I find it interesting that, when BR looked to try to change the rulebook to give the driver full control of the train (by now fully braked, and following nasty ding, ding & away incidents), the move was strongly resisted.
     
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  2. LMS2968

    LMS2968 Part of the furniture

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    Always assuming he could see the signal, or there was an RA repeater provided.
     
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  3. Matt37401

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    DOO? :p
     
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